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单词 terseness
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terseness
noun [ U ] uk/ˈtɜːs.nəs/ us/ˈtɝːs.nəs/
简短;生硬
the use of few words to say something, sometimes in a way that seems rude or unfriendly
He answered with uncharacteristic terseness, "Yes, to both". 他一反常态地生硬回答道:“两个问题的答案都是‘可以’。”
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  • He now believes their terseness was to avoid giving themselves away.
  • Similarly, terseness can come across as rudeness.
  • Hemingway is noted for his distinct style of writing, characterized by terseness and his use of stable, indifferent, male protagonists.
  • With characteristic terseness, he said, "I want you in every meeting."
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