scathing

Example Sentences

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“We were told in no uncertain terms by our network’s lawyers, who called us directly, that we could not have him on the broadcast,” Colbert said in a scathing 6½-minute monologue.

From The Wall Street Journal

Instead of the usual warm embrace and pledge of continued cooperation, Vance delivered a scathing indictment of their policies and their principles.

From Salon

US District Judge Richard Leon wrote in a scathing ruling that Hegseth had unconstitutionally retaliated against Kelly in seeking to demote the retired Navy captain.

From BBC

Ireland coach Andy Farrell was scathing about his team and their passive start to the game.

From Barron's

On review websites, they posted scathing ratings before the film was even released - a practice known as review bombing.

From BBC