starkness

Example Sentences

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He said thousands of people had gathered in Lurgan weeks ago to celebrate St Patrick's Day, and that the "starkness of this event" casts a shadow on the town.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

But its visual starkness and reliance on uncomfortable closeups lend it further dimension.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

The starkness of the white snow against his bright costume looks like a blank page asking: Who should Superman be today?

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2025

He thinks the starkness will earn him respect and fear.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2025

Even though they were out of the wind, the room did not feel much warmer, and Pinmei was surprised by its starkness.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin