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cutting remarks

[ˈkʌtɪŋ rɪˈmɑːrks]
noun phrase
comentários cortantes
1. sharp, hurtful, or sarcastic comments intended to wound or insult someone
Her cutting remarks about his appearance hurt him deeply.
Os comentários cortantes dela sobre a aparência dele o machucaram profundamente.
2. critical or biting words designed to mock or belittle
He made cutting remarks about the project during the meeting.
Ele fez comentários cortantes sobre o projeto durante a reunião.
NYC Slang
sick burns, savage comments, roast
Synonyms
sharp commentsbiting remarksharsh wordssarcastic commentscruel remarkshurtful wordsbarbsjabs
Antonyms
kind remarksgentle wordscomplimentspraiseencouragement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comentários cortantes
most common usage
Brazil
observações maldosas
alternative emphasizing malicious intent
Portugal
comentários cortantes
standard usage, same as Brazilian Portuguese
Brazil
farpas
more colloquial/informal equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut someone to the quick
land a cutting blow
make a dig at someone
a sharp tongue
cutting edge humor (when used negatively)
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