The word curt appears in literature as a descriptor for speech or manners that are brisk, terse, and often carrying an edge of brusqueness. Authors use it to characterize dialogue that is both forceful and efficient, suggesting either an underlying urgency or a cold, dismissive attitude. For instance, it emphasizes a commanding brevity in military orders or strategic communication, as seen when a general’s tone invites clarification [1, 2] or when a character’s sharp, resolute words hint at unyielding determination [3, 4]. In addition, it is frequently applied to depict interactions where emotions are guarded and responses clipped—ranging from a low, abrupt dismissal [5, 6] to curt self-contained remarks that leave as much unsaid as their brevity implies [7, 8].