unforgiving

Example Sentences

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Atwell is one of many people critical of Williams' relationship with Orme, with the cameraman calling her "incredibly angry and unforgiving" about the friendship generated by their letter-writing.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

It’s also an unforgiving portrait of the daughter, who is far from sympathetic as she whines, throws tantrums and makes endless demands.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

The rugby world knows Scotland can beat England, but not many folk knew they could come from so many points down in an unforgiving place to win a battle.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Czin of Brookings describes this as the “ultimate demonstration of Xi’s coldbloodedness,” proving he is willing to discard “lifelong-revolutionary ties to ensure the military lives up to his unforgiving standards.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Though the doctors later assured everyone that Kemmler had lost consciousness immediately, the newspapers were unforgiving.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover