First came a tabloid story about Sarah's allegedly ruthless treatment of a nanny.

Their sensitive inner workings couldn't stand up to such ruthless treatment and tremendous stresses.

During his term of power, Zia was criticized for ruthless treatment of his army opposition.

In late years these Indians have has the sympathy of folks because of their ruthless treatment during their trek to the new lands.

During his term of power, Zia was criticised for ruthless treatment of his political opposition.

He is feared by the aquarium animals for his ruthless treatment, working them to near death and killing those that refuse to work.

The Constitution further highlights ruthless, brutal or contemptuous treatment to any party by another as a violation of human rights.

Other deciduous plants that benefit from this ruthless treatment are all the coloured stemmed willows and cornus.

The usual ruthless treatment by Flower of players in his way - Colly dismissed without further consideration.

Ritu seemed unsteady, perched halfway between listlessness and tears after her recent ruthless treatment.