Definitions
characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort
Used in a sentence
“Upon Amelia's return from the West Coast in October, George presented her with a punishing schedule of lectures and appointments to promote the new book and solidify her position as America's foremost woman aviator.”
“Regardless of the punishing heat and physicality, restaurant cooking is a calling many Chinese chefs cannot deny.”
“They took off at a punishing speed, making London in less than half a day.”
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