scathing
Example Sentences
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The resurfacing of Kennedy’s claims has drawn scathing criticism from those in the medical community.
From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026
On Wednesday, the union issued a scathing statement.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
Recently, the doctrine has come in for scathing criticism from commentators across the ideological spectrum.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
That’s the approach SoFi Technologies is taking in the face of a scathing short report, and it appears to be paying off.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
They set up a toll-free hot line so that Cuban exiles could call in and choose from three scathing messages to send directly to the National Palace, demanding El Li'der’s resignation.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García
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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
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