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unadorned(adjective, correct, cold, precise)
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uncivil(adjective, tough, sharp, nasty)
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unembellished(adjective, cold, austere, unadorned)
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ungracious(adjective, mean, tough, sharp)
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upsetting(adjective, tough, offensive, tricky)
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vengeful(adjective, evil, nasty, harsh)
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wild(adjective, rough, difficult, miserable)
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Draconian(tough, firm, harsh, rigid)
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aggravating(offensive, distressing, upsetting, irritating)
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alarming(offensive, distressing, upsetting, disturbing)
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asleep(adjective, tough, cruel, unsympathetic)
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asperous(adjective, sharp, flat, rough)
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benumbed(adjective, tough, firm, solid)
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brick wall(expression, adjective, strong, substantial)
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by the book(expression, adjective, idiom, strong, tough)
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cacophonous(adjective, sharp, flat, rough)
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caterwauling(adjective, sharp, flat, rough)
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churlish(adjective, tough, rough, nasty)
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clashing(adjective, sharp, flat, rough)
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cold fish(expression, adjective, mean, tough)
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