short-tempered
Example Sentences
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When she gets home from work, she worries she can be too short-tempered with her children.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
“People were waiting longer than usual for their food and that makes them short-tempered and impatient,” recalls Tyler Trautman, a shift leader.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 13, 2023
“We’ve all been hot, moody and short-tempered with each other,” Ms. Kim said, adding, “But we’re finding ways to have fun and entertain ourselves.”
From New York Times • Jun. 2, 2023
Thompson further promised that comedian Sinbad would reprise his role as the short-tempered schoolteacher, Mr. Wheat.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2023
For once, my short-tempered answer did not rile her.
From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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