sharp words
Example Sentences
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Nasrallah’s speech contained, as expected, sharp words against Israel but did not appear to suggest that a bigger war was imminent just yet.
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2024
While spending a near-eternity trying to open a bottle with his hook, he trades sharp words with spectators.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2023
Concerning the fatal shooting of Banko Brown by a security guard at a downtown drugstore last month, Boudin had sharp words for his successor, Brooke Jenkins, who declined to file charges in the case.
From New York Times ● May 31, 2023
Davis, told of the comments, smiled and had sharp words of his own.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 8, 2023
More than anything, I wanted to take those sharp words back, but I knew I couldn’t.
From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor
