short and sweet

Example Sentences

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The film may be short and sweet, but its effects are everlasting.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

My question is short and sweet: Can these be written off on our tax return, or does the deduction go to the gift giver?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026

John's career might have been relatively short and sweet by modern-day standards, but his legacy was one most players could only dream of.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2024

Braver Angels suggests settling for short and sweet conversations.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2024

It was short and sweet: Ash— I’m in big trouble.

From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben