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brusque

[bruhsk, broosk] / brʌsk, brʊsk /


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Lowden talked to The Envelope about savoring “Slow Horses’” brusque humor, keeping his character on the move and acting opposite master thespians who know how to go deep at the drop of a hat.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026

But McElwee’s nonlinear construction and brusque, confessional narration slowly transform the film into something much deeper, a poignant work of art that instantly yet subtly aligns itself with the great stories of our time.

From Salon ● Jul. 24, 2026

This moment of collective attention—a contrast to the brusque efficiency Ms. Holliday experienced the night of her sister’s death—imbues the experience of loss with one of sanctity that says “this moment matters.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 15, 2026

Tudor's brusque, plain speaking style got no more out of the Spurs squad than Frank's more empathetic approach.

From BBC ● Mar. 29, 2026

At Hunt’s brusque prodding the architects got to work.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson




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