in brief

Example Sentences

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She made her Broadway debut in 1974, appearing in brief productions of “Love for Love” and “The Rules of the Game.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Still, she has been tracking the strike from afar, and speaking in brief bursts with sources inside the country.

From Slate • Mar. 3, 2026

Both companies, in brief statements, say they are in talks on a merger that could lead to Rio buying shares of Glencore in an all-stock deal.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 9, 2026

He took the oath on Thursday, in brief and muted proceedings in the army headquarters.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2025

I write in brief, for few words are best when they can bring only pain.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein