short-tempered

Example Sentences

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When she gets home from work, she worries she can be too short-tempered with her children.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“People were waiting longer than usual for their food and that makes them short-tempered and impatient,” recalls Tyler Trautman, a shift leader.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 13, 2023

“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

Thompson further promised that comedian Sinbad would reprise his role as the short-tempered schoolteacher, Mr. Wheat.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2023

Master was always short-tempered on days like this.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie