But officials came to suspect that the approach also taught officers to treat citizens in a similarly harsh manner.

He also warns William not to treat Jennifer in such a harsh manner.

The question was cruel; his manner, harsh and abrupt, made it seem meant so.

She spoke of you in the harshest possible manner.

Alsin might have harsh manners, especially toward women, but he also had more than his share of common sense.

Don't be put off by Giovanna's somewhat harsh and peremptory manner.

Her harsh manner was rare now, and less deliberate.

He sensed a desperate need for reassurance under the harsh manner.

This was usually done in an albeit only teasing, still harsh manner.