sharp words

Example Sentences

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Nasrallah’s speech contained, as expected, sharp words against Israel but did not appear to suggest that a bigger war was imminent just yet.

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2024

While spending a near-eternity trying to open a bottle with his hook, he trades sharp words with spectators.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2023

Payton said he regretted his sharp words, which are sure to be rehashed when the Jets visit the Broncos in Week 5.

From Washington Times • Aug. 8, 2023

Concerning the fatal shooting of Banko Brown by a security guard at a downtown drugstore last month, Boudin had sharp words for his successor, Brooke Jenkins, who declined to file charges in the case.

From New York Times • May 31, 2023

He ignores the High King and Prince Dain and flops down in a chair beside Prince Balekin, with whom he exchanges a few sharp words that I dearly wish I were close enough to hear.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black