Merry
Merry adjective - Indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor.
Sharp
Sharp adjective - Marked by the use of wit that is intended to cause hurt feelings.
Usage example: an unnecessarily sharp retort to a perfectly civil question
Both words in one sentence
- Fashions in 1910 consisted of a sharp suit with high collars for men, and wide-brimmed Merry Widow hats and a Gibson Girl-esque silhouette for women.
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