The phrase "harrowing events" refers to extremely distressing or traumatic experiences that are difficult to endure.
Sentences with «harrowing events»
Changing a baby's diaper is quite straightforward, but may also create some of the most harrowing events of parenthood. (bestoftwins.com)
A friend emailed me over the weekend, offering consolation for recent harrowing events in my life. (housegoeshome.com)
In a stunning novel that transcends genre, John Dunning calls upon his vast knowledge of radio and his incisive reading of history to create a poignant, page - turning work of fiction that sheds new insights on some of the most harrowing events of the twentieth century. (bookbrowse.com)