scathing
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Mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt based his campaign in large part on a scathing criticism of Bass’ handling of the Palisades fire and his own frustration after his Pacific Palisades house was destroyed.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Fontana had fired the man—for good reason, he insists—and the ex-employee took revenge with a scathing review.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
But her current assessment of the area is somewhat scathing: "This used to be a lovely town. But it's rubbish now".
From BBC • May 4, 2026
Investors were likely underwhelmed by SoFi’s guidance, including an unchanged full-year outlook, as a scathing short report continues to weigh on shares.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
Loud and scathing, Draco Malfoy’s voice echoed around the courtyard.
From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling
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