brutal
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The latter was maybe even more brutal since Hearts were seven minutes away from glory before Dundee substitute Albert Kidd struck twice at Dens Park.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
It was a brutal takedown of Hart that could only be accomplished by the utmost respect and love from his peers.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
On a block in the city’s west side, a row of trees had been pruned to more closely resemble a brutal letter V.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
The company’s results came on an otherwise brutal day for chip stocks.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
Raccoons owned the night, and raccoons were truly terrifying creatures—more brutal even than cats.
From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo
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