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The Republicans did send a letter to the White House asking to meet with them, they were sent a, "Terse" reply that the WH had it all handled and their assistance was NOT needed.
Obama: 'If you misrepresent what's in the plan, we will call you out' 2009
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"Terse" was not the word I would have used; but I saw no reason to interfere with the procedure he suggested.
The Curse of the Pharaohs Peters, Elizabeth, 1927- 1981
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Terse and economical as that group can be, Real Estate's guitar-pop also has a preternatural breeziness about it, making "Days" one of the year's most charming indie efforts.
Kings of New Wave and an R&B Queen Andy Beta 2011
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Unidentified Man #1: "Terse of the d'Urbervilles," yes.
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Terse and intensely private, Hunter's mission is to protect a narrow stretch of the barrier between Earth and Kalithia against the Paladins' ruthless enemies -- a job that would be much easier without his sexy landlady nosing around.
Archive 2010-02-01 Donna 2010
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"Terse and to the point," remarked Holmes, stretching his long, thin legs towards the fire.
Sole Music 2010
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Terse and intensely private, Hunter's mission is to protect a narrow stretch of the barrier between Earth and Kalithia against the Paladins' ruthless enemies -- a job that would be much easier without his sexy landlady nosing around.
New Releases: Fantasy, Urban Fantasy & Paranormal Romance for the week of February 23, 2010 Donna 2010
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Terse prose, devoid of adjectives and context comes naturally.
Writer Unboxed » Blog Archive » AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Jonathan Javitt 2008
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Terse, no unnecessary details, data centered on major items.
Gold of Kings Davis Bunn 2009
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Terse, no unnecessary details, data centered on major items.
Gold of Kings Davis Bunn 2009
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