Definition of "brusquely" []

• In a brusque manner; abruptly; rudely. (adverb)

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• ""Coming, Kit?" he called brusquely to another older boy, who had halted to study the stranger with interest."
• "[7] [_Short pause; then he calls brusquely toward_ _the window, while he remains seated_.]"
• ""It's 'igh time' e was in bed," said Mr. Watlin, taking the fiddle brusquely from the Italian's hands, "'e don't fancy doleful ditties, an' no more do I, hey Johnnie?""