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
“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
That includes comedian Sinbad, who would reprise his role as the short-tempered schoolteacher Mr. Wheat.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2023
Ser Boros was short-tempered, Ser Meryn cold, and Ser Mandon's strange dead eyes made her uneasy, while Ser Preston treated her like a lackwit child.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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