short-tempered
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“She mentioned often that Huizar is not of sound mind, had told her he hears voices, was short-tempered and controlling of her actions,” Santucci wrote in his letter to Janis.
From Seattle Times ● May 7, 2024
“We’ve all been hot, moody and short-tempered with each other,” Ms. Kim said, adding, “But we’re finding ways to have fun and entertain ourselves.”
From New York Times ● Jun. 2, 2023
In reality, she was dealing with a short-tempered narcissist who cannot take a joke.
From Salon ● May 1, 2023
In 2003, he landed a role in Elf as short-tempered boss Fulton Greenway, acting alongside comedian Will Ferrell in the hit Christmas comedy.
From BBC ● Apr. 10, 2023
He yawns at meals, is short-tempered with the younger children.
From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr
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