306 entries under harsh topic. ×

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heavy(adjective, person, dull, body, strong)
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inexorable(adjective, mean, strong, tough, severe)
14
unpleasant(adjective, mean, cool, tough, severe)
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mean(adjective, person, cool, tough, severe)
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relentless(adjective, mean, strong, tough, severe)
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sharp(adjective, strong, tough, severe)
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tyrannical(adjective, tough, evil, nasty)
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unforgiving(adjective, mean, tough, severe, rough)
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unsparing(adjective, mean, strong, tough, severe)
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antagonistic(adjective, person, mean, cruel)
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bitter(adjective, strong, love, tough, severe)
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dogged(adjective, mean, cruel, determined)
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dour(adjective, tough, severe, sharp, nasty)
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hateful(adjective, person, mean, evil, nasty)
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implacable(adjective, mean, strong, tough, severe)
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inclement(noun, adjective, nature, severe, rough)
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inconsiderate(adjective, person, mean, tough, severe)
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inhuman(adjective, mean, tough, severe, evil)
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stringent(adjective, tough, severe, rough, firm)
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excruciating(adjective, evil, rough, nasty)
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