sass

Example Sentences

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Sung by Dara, a proven pop star with a clutch of Top 10 singles, it's brilliantly unhinged and full of sass.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Allison’s Angélique is just as much a standout, renewing the bawdy earthiness of Shakespeare’s nurse with contemporary sass and rousing singing.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 18, 2025

Olson’s penchant for petulance, spite and sass while still remaining loveable — See: Fox’s short-lived "The Mick."

From Salon • May 16, 2025

There was gloss and sass to leaven the tough stuff.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2024

“Don’t you sass me, missy. I gave you the bowl because you’ll need it for lunch. Now clear on out.”

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland