very brief

Frequency: 8.525.0 per million words

Lasting only a short time.

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Examples (10)

  • The meeting was very brief, lasting only fifteen minutes.
  • He sent a very brief email to confirm his attendance.
  • She gave a very brief smile before turning away.
  • We only had a very brief moment to talk before she had to leave.
  • The instructions for assembly are very brief and easy to follow.
  • After a very brief pause for questions, the presenter concluded.
  • Her appearance on the show was very brief, but she made a strong impression.
  • Summer in the arctic is very brief but full of life.
  • I caught a very brief glimpse of the rare bird in the trees.
  • Our stay in Paris was very brief, just a weekend getaway.