harsh

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"The end of a strike, seasonal quirks and a rebound after harsh winter weather likely boosted job growth in some sectors," she said.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

It takes magical thinking to grow anything in the harsh desert environment, which is why artists have been making the trek for decades.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The harsh reality: Your kids can borrow money for a house.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

Mr. Konishi’s poignant debut—translated from the Japanese by Louise Heal Kawai—combines golden-age charm with the harsh reality of having a loved one with dementia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

“Rump, you idiot,” said Red in a harsh whisper, “why did you come back?”

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff