Sentence examples for a harsh word from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a harsh word" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a comment or statement that is unkind, critical, or severe in tone.
Example: "She regretted saying a harsh word during the argument, realizing it hurt his feelings deeply."
Alternatives: "a cruel remark" or "a severe comment".

Exact(42)

Conspiracy is such a harsh word.

Not a harsh word enters this book.

He never said a harsh word about them.

"There's never been a harsh word," Cometti says.

Violet didn't say a harsh word all day?

He never had a harsh word to say about anyone.

Show more...

Similar(18)

The last thing McDonald's or any like corporation wants to see is a strong, activist government protecting consumers, whether or not they're  capable of adult judgment or are habituated (a harsher word is "addicted") to self-destructive products.

Reckoning, a prerequisite to reconciliation, is a harsher word which entails coming to terms with the calamity, staring at oneself in the mirror, and making amends – historical, political and material.

"Someone said she was being a [jerk]," Robertson said, using a harsher word.

If I could find a harsher word, I would have used it.

"These families give up so much for our safety and our freedom, and to have these jerks -- I won't use a harsher word -- impersonating them like that, I think they should be shot".

Show more...

Ludwig, your English writing platform

Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.

Student

Used by millions of students, scientific researchers, professional translators and editors from all over the world!

MitStanfordHarvardAustralian Nationa UniversityNanyangOxford

Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak quote

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak

CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com

Get started for free

Unlock your writing potential with Ludwig

Letters

Most frequent sentences: