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Meanings of harsh in inglês

Very bad in degree or extent (e.g. of depression or damage).

Of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles.

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Unkind or cruel or uncivil.

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Sharply disagreeable; rigorous.

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Usage of harsh in inglês
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Iusacell said the conditions were extremely harsh, costly and difficult to meet.
Reuters
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Cat didn't want to respond in anger, harsh words for harsh words.
By reason of insanity
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The German government criticised the Slovak parliament's decision in unusually harsh terms.
The Irish Times
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That's not a political statement-it'sa harsh reality, and we must act.
News.com.au
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Banks have been reluctant to lend, imposing harsh conditions on new mortgages.
Reuters
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But it's undeniable that local government has taken an especially harsh pummelling.
The Guardian
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The harsh reality is that less nuclear means more gas and coal.
The Guardian
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But we all know the harsh measures involved had to be taken.
The Irish Times
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Now, the harsh law of unintended consequences will outstrip any political reassurances.
The Irish Times
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But the World War I brought harsh restrictions on freedom of movement.
The South African
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I've always thought those are such harsh words but they're also true.
The Guardian
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Today the house cuts an enigmatic shape against the harsh Atlantic coast.
The Irish Times
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The crisis led to harsh austerity measures, spending cuts and job losses.
Reuters
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Many pathogenic bacteria use sophisticated survival strategies to overcome harsh environmental conditions.
Pubmed
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The loads they carried represented survival during the harsh winter months ahead.
The Shelters of Stone
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That sounds harsh, maybe, but she really needs to address some issues.
The Guardian
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