harshly
Example Sentences
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After Greenspan’s retirement, his performance was reassessed more harshly in light of the turmoil that began to emerge the following year in financial and real estate markets.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2026
The judiciary opted not to discipline Ross more harshly due to “exemplary” judicial service and her unlikeliness to engage in further misconduct.
From Slate ● Jun. 8, 2026
I was judging myself more harshly than anyone else was, and it cost me income and experience, as well as skills that money alone can’t buy.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 2, 2026
Speaking at a conference organized by the media outlet Semafor, Lutnick also harshly criticized Canada’s approach to the trade talks with Washington.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 17, 2026
He laughed and began coughing harshly into the mic, digging into his back pocket for a handkerchief to spit in.
From "The Boy in the Black Suit" by Jason Reynolds
