quick-tempered

Example Sentences

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He told the jury that Shannon was "quick-tempered".

From BBC

Tharp got both barrels from Stewart, known at times as a quick-tempered driver.

From Washington Times

Craven was thrilled about his second - and what turned out to be his final - Cup Series win, but wasn’t sure if a dust-up with Busch, a quick-tempered youngster, was ahead,

From Washington Times

Those who have met Burhan describe him as terse and quick-tempered.

From Reuters

Then there is Asia, spoiled, quick-tempered and closest to John.

From Washington Post