gruff

Example Sentences

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The title track is both complex and hummable, and it features contrasting solos from Mr. Rogers, who is pointed and gruff, and Mr. Finlayson, who is lithe and bright.

From The Wall Street Journal

The brothers went their separate ways in 2016 but remained on a group chat, where they spent a lot of time giving one another gruff, as only siblings can, his brother Max remembers.

From New York Times

It doesn’t have stars, just a few familiar faces and names, including Taylor, a musician, as well as the actor Will Catlett, who plays Lucky, Inez’s gruff love interest.

From New York Times

They often treat the cast members with gruff impatience, and you get the feeling the pair have heard and seen it all.

From New York Times

In security-obsessed Israel, Gallant, a gruff retired general, is among the most respected members of the new Cabinet.

From Seattle Times