scathing
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This scathing judgment only covers the years from 2009 to 2018, but no one thinks the actual or alleged fraud suddenly stopped after that.
From Salon ● Oct. 4, 2026
Given the scathing tone of the Premier League's statement on Tuesday, there is major scepticism from people close to the players that the forthcoming appeals will earn the club any reprieve.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
District Judge Beryl A. Howell of Washington issued a scathing ruling that required the Trump administration to vacate the building.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
As you’d expect, his Democratic opponent, state Rep. Jon Rosenthal, was scathing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026
The Head Mistress of Eton was particularly scathing.
From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley
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