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Others praised its use and Parker’s history as an acerbic writer.

A few weeks ago one of Russia’s most acerbic news anchors was completely dismissive of Harris’s political abilities.

In the Harry Potter films, she played the acerbic Professor Minerva McGonagall, famous for her pointed witch's hat and stern manner with the young wizards at Hogwarts.

"Everyone knows how witty she was, she had an extraordinary quick, super intelligent acerbic wit," he said.

Largely unknown on the national scene, Mr Walz has quickly gathered buzz in recent weeks for his acerbic descriptions of Republicans.