Brief
Brief adjective - Marked by the use of few words to convey much information or meaning.
Usage example: a brief but crucial admonition to keep quiet
Telegraphic and brief are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Telegraphic" instead an adjective "Brief".
Telegraphic
Telegraphic adjective - Marked by the use of few words to convey much information or meaning.
Usage example: when dealing with her staff, she communicated mostly in telegraphic sentences and meaningful looks
Brief and telegraphic are semantically related. You can use "Brief" instead an adjective "Telegraphic".
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