acrimoniousness

noun

Definition of acrimoniousnessnext
as in edge
a harsh or sharp quality acrimoniousness lay beneath his words, which on their face seemed harmless enough

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  1. edge
  2. bite
  3. acidity
  4. severity
Noun
  • The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a war monitor, said the insurgents detonated two car bombs at the western edge of Aleppo on Friday.
    Sarah el Deeb, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
  • While there’s nothing more rock and roll than a knee-length version, a cropped, motorcycle style in faux leather has more edge and can be worn into spring.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of edge
Noun
  • More:Austin set to clamp down on release of dogs with severe bite history from city custody Police then went to the men's home in Cameron and searched a freezer and found the bodies of small-breed dogs, the affidavit said.
    Claire Osborn, Austin American-Statesman, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Funnel-web spiders collected for the Sydney zoo are used to create the antivenom used to treat the spider's dangerous bite Comments A zoo in Australia is enlisting the public's help to catch and collect deadly funnel-web spiders to save lives.
    Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
Definition of bite
Noun
  • Like the skillet above, it’s made from sturdy cast iron, but is also covered in a porcelain enamel that’s rust-resistant, non-reactive to acidity, and easy to clean.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Bright acidity, balanced, fine, focused flavors with green apples and grapefruit.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
Definition of acidity
Noun
  • Depending on the severity of the symptoms, your primary care doctor can refer you to a gastroenterologist or a colorectal surgeon for a closer look.
    CNN.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
  • An official cause for the emergency has yet to be disclosed, though Foxx has alluded to the severity of his condition in the months since.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of severity
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