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brutal

[broot-l] / ˈbrut l /




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The latter was maybe even more brutal since Hearts were seven minutes away from glory before Dundee substitute Albert Kidd struck twice at Dens Park.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

It was a brutal takedown of Hart that could only be accomplished by the utmost respect and love from his peers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

On a block in the city’s west side, a row of trees had been pruned to more closely resemble a brutal letter V.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

The company’s results came on an otherwise brutal day for chip stocks.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Raccoons owned the night, and raccoons were truly terrifying creatures—more brutal even than cats.

From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo




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