fierce

Example Sentences

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After successful races, there’s fierce competition for staff positions.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Sir Keir said: "No matter how fierce this storm we are well-placed to weather it and we have a long-term plan to emerge from it a stronger and more secure nation."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

With fierce determination, she performed tendus and relevés along with the older students on the tape.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Soon I was another fierce 10,000 stepper, marching in silent competition not only with fellow ringbearers, but also with normal people enjoying an afternoon stroll.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

It was not so good as the igloo we had made at Rainy Pass, but it kept out the fierce wind.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell