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Sharp tongue
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lingua affilata, lingua pungente
one's tendency to speak to people in a very critical manner
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "sharp tongue" and when to use it?
The idiom "sharp tongue" originates from the metaphorical use of the word "sharp" to describe someone's critical, witty, or acerbic way of speaking. The term emphasizes the cutting or incisive nature of the person's words, suggesting that their language is pointed and can be piercingly critical. It is often used to describe individuals who possess a talent for delivering clever, biting remarks or criticisms.
Example
Known for her sharp tongue, the professor could quickly dismantle weak arguments with concise and biting remarks.
Conosciuta per la sua lingua affilata, la professoressa era in grado di smontare rapidamente argomenti deboli con osservazioni concise e pungenti.
When tensions rose during the meeting, his sharp tongue cut through the air, addressing the issues with brutal honesty.
Quando le tensioni sono aumentate durante la riunione, la sua lingua pungente ha attraversato l'aria, affrontando le questioni con brutalità onesta.
