Cutting
Both words in one sentence
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The standard is: House having conversation/catfight with person; *ding* lift arrives; doors open; House finishes with a witty/cutting/entirely inappropriate remark and steps into lift — doors close, with last glimpse of the other passengers eyeing him in alarm.
Source: Uncomfortable Elevator Moment - Amazing writing style too, very formal but cutting and witty at the same time.
Source: Fanfic Recs / Sherlock - The two were smart, witty and cultured and they introduced a brand of cutting humor to the broadcast that made it must-see TV.
Source: Series / SportsCenter
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