be savage

Examples (10)

• The wild dog can be incredibly savage when protecting its young.
• Her critique of the new policy was savage and uncompromising.
• Some ancient tribes were known to be savage in battle.
• Please don't be so savage with your comments; they are quite hurtful.
• The competition for the scholarship is expected to be savage this year.
• His temper could be surprisingly savage when he felt betrayed.
• The winter storms in this region are often savage, causing widespread damage.
• Even in her most vulnerable moments, her wit was savage.
• To survive in that environment, one must be savage and resourceful.
• The debate was long and intense, and both sides were savage in their arguments.