as in acidic
very clear and direct
She provided an incisive analysis that changed my entire opinion on the issue.
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Recent Examples of incisive
That early and incisive stance on monopoly power foreshadows the themes that animate Market Crafters.
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Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Known for his incisive reporting and in-depth interviews, Moran has reported from war zones, presidential campaigns, and international summits.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
Brad Bird’s The Incredibles is an irresistible popcorn flick with incredible characters (Edna Mode!) and a witty, incisive script about embracing your true self.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 26 June 2025
Each episode will feature a blend of unique archival footage, incisive interviews and intimate access with UConn’s 2024-25 championship squad, according to a press release.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2025
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Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Known for his incisive reporting and in-depth interviews, Moran has reported from war zones, presidential campaigns, and international summits.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
Brad Bird’s The Incredibles is an irresistible popcorn flick with incredible characters (Edna Mode!) and a witty, incisive script about embracing your true self.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 26 June 2025
Each episode will feature a blend of unique archival footage, incisive interviews and intimate access with UConn’s 2024-25 championship squad, according to a press release.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incisive
Adjective
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In oxygen-rich soil, microbes thrive, contributing to decay, and acidic pH levels erode natural materials like leather.—
Kameryn Griesser,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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The sharp, slightly sour sauce brought the fries back to life with an acidic, satisfying kick.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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The floors are done in chestnut-toned wood, with acid green carpets made from bamboo silk, while the VVIP suite has its own private sitting room.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
11 June 2025
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Fluoride also replaces minerals lost from teeth due to acid breakdown, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
3 June 2025
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Which is to say the title of Portuguese director João Rosas‘ debut feature isn’t at all ironic: This droll, delightful romantic comedy is an ode to the good times that can be had amid and around heartache, and the healing that eventually comes out of that very conflict.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
10 July 2025
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His older brother, Shaquille Hollingsworth, said Harper's death is ironic, knowing his love of the water.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
9 July 2025
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The Journal Sentinel aims to provide both in-depth investigative journalism and quick, concise news updates.—
Greg Borowski,
jsonline.com,
11 July 2025
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Solution: The first step is to establish a concise cyber risk governance committee charter, a high-trust document that outlines the committee's responsibilities, authority, composition and decision-making boundaries.—
Phillimon Zongo,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Also, a lot of these ideas just sound ridiculous, and so there hasn’t been as much trenchant criticism as there should have been for the past decades.—
Alex Morris,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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Perhaps the most trenchant query came from John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon and East Chelmsford, and chair of the Culture, Media and Sport select committee.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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Like Wim Wenders’ poignant study of a middle-aged janitor’s routines in Tokyo, The Scout could find success in arthouse theaters and on the festival circuit.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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Wonder’s poignant words led to an unexpected cover of John Lennon’s Imagine, setting the precedent for an uplifting and emotional night celebrating music, family and joy.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Nikki Glaser After crushing her hosting duties at the Golden Globes (she’s confirmed to return next year), Glaser, 41, is bringing her risqué acerbic wit to live audiences through October. 62.—
Andrea Lavinthal,
People.com,
18 June 2025
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Figuring out the twists and turns of this social labyrinth is part of the movie’s fun, as Singh imbues Maitri with a sharp, acerbic wit, and captures her most troubled outbursts via a Snorricam rig affixed to her torso, matching her every minor movement.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
17 June 2025
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Healy is known for his sardonic comments on stage by his fans, so this came as no surprise to them.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
1 July 2025
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The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) Many critics and fans believe The Life Aquatic, a silly, sometimes sardonic, and deeply sincere ode to the renowned red beanie-wearing oceanographer Jacques Cousteau, is Wes Anderson’s most underrated film to date.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
30 May 2025
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