punishing

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

California was weathering its worst recession in decades and a punishing drought.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

The article rocked public markets on Tuesday, punishing stocks associated with AI computing, especially companies with close ties to OpenAI.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Emerging-markets stocks are still beating their U.S. rivals this year, even after a recent bout of volatility triggered a punishing but mercifully short-lived selloff.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

But the store proved punishing - staffing costs were high, rent kept rising, and foot traffic never recovered after the pandemic.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The punishing wind fought them every step of the way.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir