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

There were awkward encounters at the Shaw’s supermarket in Newport, cross-accusations of bullying and misinformation, sharp words exchanged on Facebook and at town meetings.

From New York Times • Jul. 10, 2022

The sharp words from the North Korean Foreign Ministry come amid growing fears that Pyongyang is poised to conduct its first nuclear-weapons test since 2017.

From Washington Times • Jul. 4, 2022

Better that way, he thought— first draw him out with sharp words, trouble him.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer