Example Sentences

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A man entirely undaunted in his quest for the truth, Clothier knew the best way to provoke a response was searing honesty.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2023

The main driver of this year’s droughts was searing heat throughout much of the Northern Hemisphere, the researchers reported in a new study.

From New York Times • Oct. 5, 2022

Leonard’s vocal performance was searing at times and solid the rest, her “Habanera” a smoldering display of her control and finesse.

From Washington Post • May 15, 2022

"Or, you remember, that time at the Garden Party where I was schmoozing all afternoon on a broken knee. Sure, the pain was searing, but I burn for the cause."

From Salon • Sep. 4, 2021

The pain that movement caused was searing, but he bit his lip.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker