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severe

[suh-veer] / səˈvɪər /




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I found a similarly damning assessment in Platt Bridge, where residents have suffered severe flooding twice in a decade.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

While the current drop-off is nowhere near as severe as it was in 2015—with BTC falling 50% within two weeks at that time—the effects are plenty tough for short-term investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

But, Thill said, the impact may not be as severe as the consensus models, due to cost efficiencies and workforce reductions.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

There’s still a severe shortage that has allowed them to raise prices, boosting earnings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

When Bobby was experiencing severe pain in his legs, Skulason began to massage them, using the back of his hand.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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