brief

Example Sentences

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Paul stepped on the scales calmly before breaking into a brief, animated and somewhat confusing tirade.

From BBC

A brief lull was expected Thursday, with a parade of storms forecast to begin by that night.

From Los Angeles Times

He has largely halted the regular press briefings that Moore once used to answer questions about critical incidents and occasionally opine on national issues.

From Los Angeles Times

The blip, however brief, would beg questions of how a short-handed roster might handle the brutal Big Ten slate that awaits USC in two week’s time.

From Los Angeles Times

Attorneys argued that Roque Campos and Viera Reyes couldn’t wait for briefing to be complete on a preliminary injunction motion, which they filed Dec. 1, leading them to seek emergency relief.

From Los Angeles Times