torturous

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Bush asked for authorization to go to war as soon as Congress convened, which began an extended and torturous debate.

From Salon • Mar. 16, 2026

That picture is complex, but ruminating on your actions can quickly become torturous.

From Slate • Mar. 16, 2026

Now, the convicted killer argues that his "torturous and inhumane" detention conditions during his trial made him incapable of making rational decisions when he pleaded guilty, according to a court synopsis of the case.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

Using data from analysts CricViz, here are five charts that help explain how England's latest torturous tour of Australia unravelled in just 11 days of cricket...

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2025

She described the torturous climb up the cliff at length, feeling the need to relive it inch by inch as Einar had told her he had, remembering each handhold, each precipice and narrow ledge.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry