severity
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Was Emily’s shortsighted severity only cruelty—or was there, beneath her breath, an amusingly admirable level of passion?
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
As the severity of Nikki’s obsession heightens, we get a few brief glimpses of the real Nikki, stuck somewhere inside her own consciousness.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
"Our investigation found that the company failed to take basic steps to protect users' data," said Bonta, who added 23andMe "lied to consumers about the severity of its 2023 data breach."
From BBC • May 28, 2026
An ACE score, identifying the severity of early trauma, is now routinely used in clinical settings and shapes decisions about trauma therapy.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Citing the severity of the crime, the district attorney will charge him as an adult, stripping him of the protections normally given to juveniles.
From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater
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