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Laconic

Definition

(formal) Using few words; concise and direct in expression or speech. Often used to describe someone who speaks briefly and to the point, without unnecessary elaboration or detail.

Example Sentences

1The laconic reply from the CEO left investors wondering about the company's financial health.
2Is it possible to be laconic in writing without coming across as abrupt or dismissive?
3The novelist's laconic style belied a deep emotional complexity that only emerged through subtle hints and suggestions.
4Avoid being laconic in your job interview; elaborate on your skills and experiences to demonstrate your qualifications.
5There is a certain elegance to laconic speech, a refusal to indulge in unnecessary verbosity that can be both refreshing and intimidating.

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