in brief

Example Sentences

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But, in brief remarks after an afternoon White House meeting, Trump appeared pleased.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Still, she has been tracking the strike from afar, and speaking in brief bursts with sources inside the country.

From Slate • Mar. 3, 2026

“I gotta go to work,” he told cheering attendees in brief remarks at his Florida club on Friday night, according to a video posted on social media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

Both companies, in brief statements, say they are in talks on a merger that could lead to Rio buying shares of Glencore in an all-stock deal.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 9, 2026

Ketchup-wigged french fries would march across our plates, engaging in brief affairs or heated disputes over carrot coins while burly chicken legs guarded the perimeter, ready to jump in should things get out of hand.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris