27 entries under severe topic. ×

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distressing(adjective, difficult, harsh, heavy)
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formidable(adjective, hard, tough, difficult)
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rigorous(adjective, hard, tough, difficult)
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serious(adjective, difficult, harsh, heavy)
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terrible(adjective, difficult, awkward, demanding)
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galling(tough, harsh, heavy, painful)
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merciless(adjective, difficult, harsh, heavy)
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APASmart Define. (2015). grueling thesaurus. Retrieved September 26, 2026, from https://smartdefine.org/grueling/thesaurus/synonyms
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