short and sweet

Example Sentences

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The film may be short and sweet, but its effects are everlasting.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

My question is short and sweet: Can these be written off on our tax return, or does the deduction go to the gift giver?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026

John's career might have been relatively short and sweet by modern-day standards, but his legacy was one most players could only dream of.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2024

Braver Angels suggests settling for short and sweet conversations.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2024

And because Spoony was tired of explaining himself, and Dad was tired of asking him to change, they kept their conversations short and sweet.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds