scathing

Example Sentences

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The outpouring prompted the federal government to issue a scathing rebuke of the Bom and order immediate changes to the site.

From BBC

In a scathing dissent issued the day after Brown’s ruling, 5th U.S.

From Salon

It’s a critical time for agency leaders, who are facing a Friday deadline to show federal overseers progress in combating deficiencies identified in a scathing HUD audit last year.

From Washington Post

Opposition politicians are scathing about his political record, citing Scotland’s long waiting times for health care and serious drug-addiction problems.

From Seattle Times

He delivered a scathing assessment of his players and the culture inside the club - warning that even if he is sacked, unless that changes the years without success will continue for Spurs.

From BBC