acerbic
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Acerbic zingers aside, Truss’s performance is no joke.
From Washington Post • Oct. 2, 2022
Acerbic and mischievous, Yard Act's skittery post-punk anthems are peppered with wry observations on post-Brexit Britain.
From BBC • Jul. 26, 2022
But be prepared: Acerbic doesn't even come close to describing her.
From Salon • May 25, 2022
Acerbic can be clever, but it is a fine, dangerous line, even for those who learn early how to navigate audience sensitivities and a comedy world dominated by men.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2019
So the question now is, will Empowerment Lizzo—the Lizzo your mom and dad love—score hits the way Acerbic Lizzo already has?
From Slate
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