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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are a very harsh" is not correct as it is missing a subject or context to complete the thought.
It can be used in a sentence where a subject is introduced beforehand, typically to describe something that is severe or unkind.
Example: "The critics are a very harsh group when it comes to evaluating new films."
Alternatives: "are extremely severe" or "are quite unforgiving."
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They are a very harsh and violent minority.
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It was a very harsh red card.
It was a very harsh punishment".
"This is a very harsh situation," Judge Dalzell said.
Last night was a very harsh, harsh reminder of that.
McInnes said: "It is a very harsh booking.
It would potentially be a very harsh one.
It's a very harsh pilgrimage – it's about faith, but it's also about surrender.
Life, in other words, can be a very harsh affair, morally.
It is a very harsh decision, he did not deserve that at all.
"He went for the ball," moaned Wenger, who felt that it was a "very harsh" decision.
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