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man of few words
man of few words
A man who does not speak often or at length. Despite being a man of few words, Joseph was well-respected in his field because of his actions.
man of few words
Fig. someone, not necessarily a man, who speaks concisely or not at all. He is a man of few words, but he usually makes a lot of sense.
man of few words
see under few words.