heavy-handed
Example Sentences
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That might be a little heavy-handed when a simple talking-to, or a vote-whipping operation that’s more on top of things, could suffice.
From Slate ● Sep. 5, 2026
But it has found itself in a dispute with hundreds of farmers and landowners, who have accused its agents of acting in a heavy-handed way.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
An exhibition at the American Folk Art Museum distracts from its charming objects with a a heavy-handed curatorial message.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 4, 2026
Brokers had grumbled for years that the rule was too heavy-handed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 4, 2026
“Y’all be gettin mad heavy-handed on the mayo. And put sweet peppers on there for me, my dude.”
From "The Boy in the Black Suit" by Jason Reynolds
