harsh
adjective
ungentle and unpleasant in action or effect.
harshly
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a word derived from
harsh.
Example Sentences
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Meta has been judged harshly for spending billions of dollars on AI without becoming a leader in the technology, so Muse’s popularity surprised some, according to Jefferies senior analyst Brent Thill.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2026
And we judge them harshly when we suspect they are, even as we conceal our own use.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Investors reacted harshly after Dick’s Sporting Goods reported disappointing quarterly results on Tuesday and, perhaps more important, lowered its profit outlook for fiscal 2026.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 26, 2026
And violations of public trust are typically judged quite harshly.
From Salon ● Aug. 23, 2026
When he leaned forward and said harshly, “You fool! Did you think I didn't know your name?”his rancid breath was hot against Gabe’s face.
From "Son" by Lois Lowry
