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brutal

[broot-l] / ˈbrut l /




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Software stocks are experiencing another brutal selloff on Thursday, and one technical strategist suggests more pain could be ahead for the beaten-down sector.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

A new EV might help Tesla stock break out of a brutal slump.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The practice has deep roots in incel forums and the broader manosphere, where appearance is treated as destiny and social life is reduced to a brutal, pseudo-Darwinian hierarchy.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Hurley’s brutal training sessions do more than toughen his team up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The consequences for opening the window were brutal enough without placing blame and starting arguments.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull