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tono seco

A way of speaking that is brief and unfriendly, indicating impatience or annoyance.

Una forma de hablar breve y poco amistosa, que indica impaciencia o molestia.

respuesta seca

A response that is rudely brief.

asentimiento seco

A quick, brief, and often unfriendly up-and-down movement of the head as a greeting or sign of acknowledgement.

rechazo cortante

Refers to a brief and unfriendly rejection of a person, idea, or request.

Negarse a considerar algo de manera breve y grosera.