brief answer

Frequency: 7.815.1 per million words

Used to describe a reply that is short and concise.

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Examples (10)

  • He gave only a brief answer to the reporter's question.
  • For the survey, please give a brief answer of no more than 20 words.
  • I was hoping for a detailed explanation, but all I got was a brief answer.
  • The witness provided a brief answer, which made the lawyer suspicious.
  • Just give me a brief answer: yes or no?
  • Her email was just a brief answer confirming the meeting time.
  • A brief answer won't be enough to pass this part of the exam.
  • He is known for giving a brief answer even to the most complex questions.
  • The politician's brief answer did little to calm the public's fears.
  • Can you summarize your findings in a brief answer for the team?