testy
Example Sentences
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The dispute involves lawsuits, testy town meetings and talk of class conflicts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
When I asked the Vermont Independent what could be done to return to some semblance of normalcy, he seemed testy, waved his hands and said, “We’re doing the best we can.”
From Salon • Feb. 13, 2026
The Japanese star's second-round win against Sorana Cirstea was marred by a testy exchange and icy handshake at the end.
From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026
But that stance has led to a testy relationship between Netflix and some exhibitors, which have pushed in general for more films to be released on the big screen.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2025
But in Pretoria he was a bit sensitive and testy, and I attribute this to Stephen Tefu.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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