Example Sentences

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The four-time world champion, who turns 51 on 18 May, ruthlessly punished a missed black from Murphy to take the opening frame with a break of 72.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

We’ve been able to ruthlessly and mostly successfully smother the group from threatening the U.S. mainland and American interests abroad.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

Since Gen. Munir became army chief in November 2022, he has moved ruthlessly to acquire even more power than many of his predecessors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

And he ruthlessly stamped out internal challenges to his rule, including several waves of countrywide unrest.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

Thanks to his obliviousness, he and George had been ruthlessly mauled.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz