mincing

Example Sentences

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With his owlish orange glasses and mincing theatrical manners, Cera seems custom-designed for Anderson’s style.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2025

His soft, thoughtful delivery forces the listener to take note and when he speaks he is usually very direct, rarely mincing his words.

From BBC • Jul. 14, 2024

Critics often derided O’Connor for what seemed to be a small-bore, mincing, and case-by-case approach to constitutional doctrine.

From Slate • Dec. 1, 2023

Kraken coach Dave Hakstol wasn’t mincing words Monday about his team’s effort in its weekend loss: It wasn’t enough and can’t continue.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 6, 2023

Walking in a tokar demanded small, mincing steps and exquisite balance, lest one tread upon those heavy trailing fringes.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin