brief
Example Sentences
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he had been briefed on the arrest.
From Barron's
Ahead of his sentencing, Combs' attorneys argued he should receive a brief sentence that would essentially amount to time served, a request that would have paved the way for a swift release.
From BBC
Mr. Brewer intertwines the movie’s two registers brilliantly in an opening scene in which Mr. Jackman does a brief musical performance that doubles as the monologue he delivers to his 12-step group.
Paul and George each have a brief original Christmas tune to offer, and not to be outdone, John and Yoko offer their own seasonal duet.
From Salon
The entire shoot lasted around eight minutes, but that brief window was all we needed.
From Los Angeles Times
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