He is a harsh taskmaster, likes being the boss, and is not very forgiving.

And a harsh taskmaster of a sergeant over them.

She was a harsh taskmaster when it came to ruling herself.

By nature Orman was neither a harsh nor cruel taskmaster.

"And my boss is such a harsh taskmaster."

As director, Lucas soon became known as a harsh taskmaster.

"I hardly think I've been such a harsh taskmaster as all that."

Though he appears to be a harsh taskmaster, this masks a genuine affection for his students.

In all, he was everything to his men: a stern father, a harsh taskmaster, an understanding counselor, and a wise leader.

Time was a harsh taskmaster and did not allow for personal indulgence.