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acerbic

[uh-sur-bik] / əˈsɜr bɪk /
ADJECTIVE
bitter, sharp, or sour
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Australia's acerbic media did not hold back in their criticism, citing selection "stuff-ups" and "shambolic" preparations, including a 3-0 pre-tournament series loss in Pakistan, for the embarrassment.

From Barron's Feb. 20, 2026

Gerulaitis' acerbic assessment came in 1980 when the American finally beat Jimmy Connors after losing their previous 16 meetings.

From BBC Jan. 22, 2026

I remember after “The Devil Wears Prada,” I got offered every acerbic British bitch.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 16, 2025

Nuzzi built her career covering high-profile political figures with a mix of insider access and acerbic reporting, a combination that has made her both influential and controversial.

From Salon Dec. 6, 2025

Warren Buffett had an acerbic partner, Charlie Munger, who evidently cared a lot less than Buffett did about whether people liked him.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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