Hanapin
man of few words
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someone who avoids talking much and manages to convey their message in the most concise way possible
What is the origin of the idiom "a man of few words" and when to use it?
The idiom "a man of few words" arose in the early 17th century, likely based on the concept that a quiet and reserved person tends to speak less. It is used to describe someone who speaks sparingly or prefers to communicate concisely. It can be used to refer to individuals who are quiet or reserved in their speech, or to highlight someone's ability to express themselves effectively with minimal words.
Halimbawa
The strong, silent type, Frank has always been a man of few words.
Many admire Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' wife Ginni for being a woman of few words who avoids the spotlight and controversy.
John is a man of few words, preferring to only speak when he has something meaningful to say.
ur professor seems like a person of few words, his lectures are concise without any extraneous details
