harrowing
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Mr. Scott describes the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki with relentless pacing and harrowing detail.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
An uncle and his nephew had a harrowing experience Monday afternoon when the engine on their two-seat plane died, forcing them to make an emergency landing on Huntington State Beach.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
A local teachers' union has told the BBC of its "relief" - but families say the ordeal has been harrowing and they are still waiting to be reunited with their loved ones.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
He sleeps more easily now, but sometimes the harrowing moments he experienced underground wake him.
From Barron's ● Jul. 5, 2026
In particular, there was a vision of Jesus harrowing Hell, the demons frightening to behold.
From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi
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