However, my own attitude to the recent situation, if not to the past history, had by then become less harsh.

When Tan gave her order, her voice had become so harsh, it was barely more than a whisper.

There was also little or no effort in the sound, which bloomed at climaxes and could ring with energy without becoming harsh.

His breathing became thick and harsh, the breathing of a man who has drunk too much wine.

It remained active there until winter conditions became too harsh around five months later.

Already his voice had become harsh and his tone dictatorial.

Suddenly his voice rose, and became harsh and accusing.

He stepped back, hissing briefly, his face becoming harsh with confusion.

Hence the repression which has lasted for years and is even becoming increasingly harsh.

Meanwhile, world opinion was becoming less harsh towards Germany.