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harsh

[hahrsh] / hɑrʃ /




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The hypothesis views Earth itself as capable of gradually producing an organic world from an initially all-inorganic environment under harsh primordial conditions, an idea broadly consistent with earlier abiogenesis concepts.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 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

This would be incredibly harsh on Slot and his achievements.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

“That’s really harsh, Pelicarnassus,” said the gopher, the one who had accused Zeke of cheating on a test they hadn’t even taken yet.

From "Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody" by Patrick Ness




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