Brusque (en. Sudden)

/bʁysk/

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To have a tone that leaves no room for discussion.
He was brusque, as usual, when we brought up the topic.
Il a été brusque, comme d'habitude, quand on a abordé le sujet.
To respond without beating around the bush.
When I asked for his opinion, he was brusque and direct.
Quand je lui ai demandé son avis, il a été brusque et direct.