heavy handed
/ˈhɛviˈhændɪd/
adjective
- Using too much force or authority; not gentle or careful.
- His heavy-handed criticism of her work hurt her feelings.
- The teacher's heavy-handed discipline made the students afraid to ask questions.
- The government's heavy-handed response to the protest caused more anger.
- Clumsy or awkward in handling something, especially in a way that lacks subtlety.
- Her heavy-handed attempt at humor just made everyone uncomfortable.
- The artist's heavy-handed brushstrokes ruined the delicate portrait.
- The movie's heavy-handed message about friendship felt forced and unnatural.
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