harsh

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"The end of a strike, seasonal quirks and a rebound after harsh winter weather likely boosted job growth in some sectors," she said.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

It takes magical thinking to grow anything in the harsh desert environment, which is why artists have been making the trek for decades.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

A recent New York Times report found that the suspected hideout in Ecuador was actually a rural cattle and dairy farm, and residents reported harsh treatment by Colombian forces during the raid.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

The harsh reality: Your kids can borrow money for a house.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

I fed some wool into the wheel, but my fingers got caught and it came to a harsh halt, pinching my hand in the spokes.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff