acerbic

Example Sentences

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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

The Soviet Union was a land of shortages, but there was no shortage of acerbic sayings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025

In previous administrations, Defense Department officials — including the acerbic Rumsfeld — would hold regular press briefings, often twice a week.

From Salon • Oct. 15, 2025

But there was no evidence that Lombardy, known for his acerbic tongue, was antagonistic toward Bobby.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady