brief
adjective
lasting or taking a short time; of short duration.
has briefed
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present perfectof brief (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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They said Kushner has briefed Trump and Vance on the plan and has secured their support.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2025
She has briefed and argued more than 70 cases before state and federal appeals courts in the West.
From New York Times ● Feb. 8, 2024
The government has briefed U.S. companies about the plan and told them it expects to announce the restrictions as early as next month, the report said.
From Reuters ● Mar. 10, 2023
FAA leadership has briefed me on today’s flight diversion due to a Level 4 disruption on board.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 23, 2023
I may as well tell you that the General has briefed me thoroughly on what he considered your probable reaction to the Project.
From Human Error by Raymond F. Jones
