ruthful
Example Sentences
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Solskjær’s side are too ruthful in attack and defence, but can offset these weaknesses by dominating opponents in midfield.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 31, 2020
And he maketh a ruthful noise and ghastful, when one proffereth to fight with another: and unneth is hurt when he is thrown down off an high place.
From Mediaeval Lore from Bartholomew Anglicus by Steele, Robert
These little books contained, also, concise aphorisms and weighty words of advice like "After dinner rest awhile; after supper run a mile," and "Be vigilant, be truthful and your life will never be ruthful."
From A Son of the Middle Border by Garland, Hamlin
This duty once I promis'd to myself Thou shouldst perform to me; but ah! false hope, Now ruthful, wretched king, what resteth thee?
From A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 7 by Various
What doleful sight, what ruthful spectacle Hath fortune offered to my hapless heart?
From Locrine/Mucedorus by Shakespeare (spurious and doubtful works)
