harrowing
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Starmer, a former chief state prosecutor in England and Wales, called the video "harrowing" and said there were "serious questions" to answer about the case.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
He is so eager to intimidate survivors that he’s willing to pay the price of reminding Americans that E. Jean Carroll — and the harrowing, compelling story she tells — exists.
From Salon • May 29, 2026
“A whale desk will protect these magnificent creatures and help mariners avoid costly, harrowing collisions. Together, let’s Save Willy.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
It features the harrowing story of a Ukrainian drone commander and the wounded soldier he evacuated, as well as an exclusive look inside a drone manufacturer racing to meet demand from the Ukrainian military.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Clare returned the book to its dusty hiding place, forced to face a most harrowing reality: This was unprecedented.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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