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harsh
1. adj. Unpleasantly rough to the touch or other senses.
2. adj. Severe or cruel.
3. v. (intransitive, slang) To negatively criticize.
Quit harshing me already, I said that I was sorry!
4. v. (transitive, slang) to put a damper on (a mood).
Dude, you're harshing my buzz.

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Example Sentences

She may speak harsh words, but deep inside she is a kind person, you know.  In this harsh, petty world where money does the talking, his way of life is like a breath of fresh air.  Perhaps I was too harsh on her.  Their punishment was harsh, but just.  I hope my last mail didn't sound too harsh.

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