| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| LACONIC | Concise in speech |
| TERSE | Concise in speech |
| compact | (of speech or writing) Concise in expression |
| condenses | Express (a piece of writing or speech) in fewer words; make concise |
| condense | Express (a piece of writing or speech) in fewer words; make concise |
| condensing | Express (a piece of writing or speech) in fewer words; make concise |
| telegraphic | (esp. of speech) Omitting inessential words; concise |
