unforgiving

Example Sentences

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"Spaceflight is unforgiving, and developing new heavy-lift launch capability is extraordinarily difficult," he wrote on X.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

“With vocals that are gritty, unforgiving, with just the right attitude, these guys are delivering exactly what I love to hear. The future looks bright, and I’m in.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

With all the challenges, Lt-Col Hanes classified the operation as a success, saying it is a testament to Canada's growing expertise in an unforgiving climate.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

“If the two weeks pass without a deal, expect a sharp and unforgiving reversal of this relief rally.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Then he smiled, a smile as cold and unforgiving as the northern sea.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo