harsh
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The slow pace of the Ukrainian summer masked a harsh reality: The war was getting closer and many Druzhkivka residents were planning their escape.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Their adjustable structure, high selectivity, and ability to withstand harsh chemical environments make them suitable for a broad range of industrial separation tasks, from wastewater treatment to advanced chemical manufacturing.
From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026
My body refuses to adjust, a technical result of the harsh climate and lack of humidity.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
"The breed developed in harsh desert climates and has proven itself in endurance riding, dressage and show jumping," Sapargeldy said.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Voices barked words in an unfamiliar, harsh tongue.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
Vocabulary lists containing harsh
Negative Words to Describe a Person
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Common Five-letter Words for Wordle, List 4
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Oh, No! Synonyms for "Bad"
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