And the final hours of debate today grew particularly harsh.

His voice was like the wind, growing harsher as it filled the room.

But now, as times have grown harsher, we've had to work out laws to control each other.

As times grew harsher, the attitudes of the owners changed.

Her voice was growing harsher, and Janeway changed the subject.

As threats grow harsher, military forces on both sides are getting prepared.

The voice has grown harsh, the muscles are tightened in the neck.

He smiled at her, realizing his tone had grown a little harsh.

The once clear voice had grown harsh from drink.

The country seemed to grow harsher, older, all the time, as if something were closing in.