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harrowing

/ˈhæɹəʊiŋ/verb

To traumatize or disturb; to frighten or torment.

Example sentence

  • “The field received two harrowings.”

Featured as word of the day on June 23, 2028.

Related words

harshTo negatively criticize.harnessA restraint or support, especially one consisting of a loop or network of rope or straps.harvestThe process of gathering the ripened crop; harvesting.harmonyAgreement or accord.hastenTo move or act in a quick fashion.harmoniousShowing accord in feeling or action.