acerbic

Example Sentences

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Aoki commissions the acerbic Jack to find and return his painting discreetly: “Nose around. Be a bit of a pest. There’s no one better than you to do that.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

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

“Thanks so much,” I said, my voice acerbic.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer