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harsh

[hahrsh] / hɑrʃ /




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Future systems may be able to function in the harsh conditions found on the Moon's surface or in the distant regions of our solar system.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

It looks exceptionally harsh, and not the kind of clear and obvious decision VAR as introduced for.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 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

The decision angered some of the biggest U.S. streaming companies like Netflix, Walt Disney, Apple, Amazon.com and Paramount Skydance, prompting a harsh rebuke from Hollywood.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

They recalled the Treaty of Versailles and how its harsh policies had led to World War II. They feared another harsh treaty could lead to another war.

From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti




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