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hurtful

[hurt-fuhl] / ˈhɜrt fəl /


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Three months later, I published a mea culpa, in which I renounced my support for Trump and apologized for my hurtful deeds and rhetoric.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

“I regret my hurtful comments. I have apologized to my colleague.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Writing about the vandalism, Fergus said: "I'm devastated someone could be so cruel and hurtful to my James."

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Of course, you cannot unhear hurtful comments, but you can prevent them from impacting your performance.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 28, 2026

“The great horns! You will save miserableGurgi from hurtful choppings!”

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander




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