Who has a sharp tongue?

to be someone who often criticizes and speaks in a severe way: Jane has a sharp tongue, so be warned.
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What does it mean when people say you have a sharp tongue?

Definition of a sharp tongue

: a tendency to say very critical things to people.
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What is an example of a sharp tongue?

From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English sharp tongue if you have a sharp tongue, you often talk in a way that shows you are angry Gina's sharp tongue will get her into trouble one day.
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What is another word for sharp tongue?

Find another word for sharp-tongued. In this page you can discover 8 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for sharp-tongued, like: blunt, biting, critical, cutting, mean, negative, vitriolic and frank.
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What does a sharp girl mean?

adj. 1 having a keen edge suitable for cutting. 2 having an edge or point; not rounded or blunt. 3 involving a sudden change, esp. in direction.
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Who is a sharp person?

adjective. If you describe someone as sharp, you are praising them because they are quick to notice, hear, understand, or react to things. [approval] He is very sharp, a quick thinker and swift with repartee.
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What does it mean when a guy says you look sharp?

Definition of look sharp

informal. : to act quickly : to hurry You'd better look sharp if you want to be ready on time.
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What the Bible says about a sharp tongue?

“Reckless words pierce like a sword but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” Proverbs 12:14.
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What is the opposite of a sharp tongue?

Opposite of often said of someone skilled at or given to insulting or belittling others. gentle.
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What does it mean to have a quick tongue?

countable noun. If you say that someone has a sharp tongue, you are critical of the fact that they say things which are unkind though often clever. [disapproval] Despite her sharp tongue, she inspires loyalty from her friends.
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What is a sharp mouth?

: having a sharp tongue : harsh or bitter in speech or language.
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What is sharp wit?

Definition of sharp-witted

: having an acute mind.
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What is silvertongue?

(ˈsɪlvə tʌŋ ) noun. the characteristic of being skilful at persuading people to believe what they say or to do what they want them to do.
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What makes a person tick meaning?

Definition of what makes (someone) tick

informal. : the things that cause someone to behave a certain way : the feelings, opinions, concerns, etc., that are parts of someone's personality I've always wondered what makes people like that tick.
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What Shirk means?

Definition of shirk

intransitive verb. 1 : to go stealthily : sneak. 2 : to evade the performance of an obligation. transitive verb. : avoid, evade shirk one's duty.
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What quick witted means?

intelligent, clever, alert, quick-witted mean mentally keen or quick. intelligent stresses success in coping with new situations and solving problems.
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What are synonyms for sassy?

synonyms for sassy
  • arrant.
  • audacious.
  • bold.
  • brassy.
  • brazen.
  • cheeky.
  • discourteous.
  • disrespectful.
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What is close mouthed?

Definition of closemouthed

: cautious in speaking : uncommunicative also : secretive.
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What is the synonym of gesticulate?

Synonyms & Near Synonyms for gesticulate. gesture, mime, pantomime, sign.
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What does tongue represent spiritually?

Tongues are also indicative of the voice of the gods; In medieval Christianity and Oriental art, large,protuding tongues are often the sign of demons or the devil.
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What does the Bible say about the tongue being powerful?

Proverbs 18:21 confirms this by saying, "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits."
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How powerful is the tongue?

The tongue IS NOT the strongest muscle in your body. In fact, it is composed of 8 different muscles. Normal maximum tongue strength in healthy adults falls between 40-80 kilopascals (kPa) with an average of about 63 kPa.
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Is being called Sharp a compliment?

If you describe someone as sharp, you are praising them because they are quick to notice, hear, understand, or react to things. He is very sharp, a quick thinker and swift with repartee.
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How do you compliment a guy?

Pick phrases such as:
  1. I know they say that a smile is contagious, but around you, that is certainly the case. ...
  2. You make me feel safe around you. ...
  3. I love the respect you have not only for me but for other people. ...
  4. You are always so happy, positive, and upbeat! ...
  5. Just the sound of your voice makes me feel safe.
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What does sharp mean in slang?

"cool", "phat". That's sharp stuff man! See more words with the same meaning: good, okay, cool, awesome, fun.
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