brusque manner

Examples (10)

• His brusque manner often offends people who don't know him well.
• The drill sergeant was famous for his brusque manner and loud voice.
• Despite her brusque manner, the manager is actually very fair and efficient.
• I was initially put off by his brusque manner, but I've grown to appreciate his directness.
• She adopted a brusque manner as a defense mechanism to keep others at a distance.
• The doctor's brusque manner can be intimidating, but he is an excellent surgeon.
• Beneath his seemingly brusque manner, there is a very kind and generous person.
• His stress at work was evident in his brusque manner with his family.
• Don't let her brusque manner fool you; she's always willing to help.
• The receptionist's brusque manner on the phone did not create a welcoming impression.