vicious

Example Sentences

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The family were, mercifully perhaps, not present to hear the vicious argument with shouts of "condemn it", cries of "shame", and jeers and boos on Wednesday.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Gererd Pike of Hooked Up Fishing said his fishing charter boat was six miles from Kennedy Shoal on Sunday and he had seen large numbers of "vicious, unpredictable" bull sharks in the area.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

The move has sparked concerns over the nation’s fiscal health, leading to further yen depreciation and creating a vicious cycle.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“And if anyone can be counted upon, I believe it’s her that will vigorously defend against the grave dangers and vicious attacks on freedom of expression that both museums and universities currently face.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

All the uncomfortable and vicious fights I'd witnessed between my American friends and their parents suddenly seemed like child's play.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi