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4 letters · New York Times · Sunday, November 18, 2007 · 78-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, November 18, 2007.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 18, 2007 · 78-Down · 4 letters
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marked by rude or peremptory shortness; "try to cultivate a less brusque manner"; "a curt reply"; "the salesgirl was very short with him"
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