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
Speaking to broadcasters earlier in the day, Sir Keir said the bodycam footage was "really harrowing" and he'd "felt sick watching it".
From BBC • Jun. 2, 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
“Yes, but I’m afraid that after going through some of the harrowing emotional experiences of our present-day sentimental novel”—there was a tinge of bitterness in her voice—“you find real minds like ours dull and colorless.”
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
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