sharp-tongued

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In 1993, Kelly joined the cast of EastEnders as Nellie Ellis - the sharp-tongued relative of Pauline Fowler.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

As Nancy’s torn between being the picture-perfect housewife and the rebellious free thinker, Kidman recalls the sharp-tongued Joanna Eberhart from “The Stepford Wives,” who fought against her community’s robotic femininity until it consumed her.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2025

The sharp-tongued British-born Varney steps in after Fox Business used anchors Maria Bartiromo and Neil Cavuto for its previous candidate debates.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 26, 2023

Among the most sharp-tongued figures in the dispute over the last year was LIV CEO Greg Norman, whom many of those loyal to the PGA Tour consider to be an arrogant buffoon.

From Slate • Jul. 11, 2023

Fred particularly liked Ethel, a sharp-tongued shih tzu.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein