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Half Hearted Setter Misinterpreted Brief Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "TERSE" which means:
- adjective satellite
- • Brief and to the point; effectively cut short adjective
- • (by extension) of speech or style: brief, concise, to the point.
- • (by extension) of manner or speech: abruptly or brusquely short; curt.
- • Burnished, polished; fine, smooth; neat, spruce.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He always gives terse responses, rarely elaborating on his thoughts."
- • "The professor's terse explanation left the students confused."
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Telegraph Toughie20 Feb 2024 | Down 21 | |
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