Example Sentences

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Borrowing Gandalf’s hair and beard, Hugh Jackman plays the role as a worn-down elder equally given to ruthlessness and regret, setting the tone for a strange thematic mix.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

As Barbara argues, “I also think he has demonstrated a level of ruthlessness and a willingness to file charges, even if he’s got to know they’re going to fall flat eventually.”

From Slate • May 7, 2026

In six first-half minutes Forest went from 1-0 up to 4-0 up by capitalising on some Sunderland errors and displaying a ruthlessness in front of goal not seen in the first half of the season.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Wimps don’t survive the ruthlessness of Eastside politics as an outsider to become a congressmember at just 34.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

They were the actions of a man frustrated with the immorality of apartheid and the ruthlessness of the state in protecting it.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela