harshly

Example Sentences

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The judiciary opted not to discipline Ross more harshly due to “exemplary” judicial service and her unlikeliness to engage in further misconduct.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

I was judging myself more harshly than anyone else was, and it cost me income and experience, as well as skills that money alone can’t buy.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

The huts offer shelter in a landscape without trees or natural shade, and where the sun reflects harshly off the white salt crust.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

There’s a tendency to put mothers on a pedestal and we judge them harshly over every decision they make.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

He was breathing harshly and there were dried tears on his face.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith