Preparatory labour of a somewhat severe and complex kind was, indeed, indispensable for the Greek lyric poet of that age.

Its monumental staircase (illustrated, left) and its somewhat severe exterior architecture were very modern for the time.

They say he was somewhat severe.

The optimists, on the other hand, believe the excess of technology equipment is simply a normal, if somewhat severe, build-up.

Kitty glanced at her sister, and her cold, somewhat severe expression did not change.

A computer screen indicated whose hand would be zapped and whether the shock would be mild or somewhat severe.

But the young man, calmly, with a somewhat severe look, went up to Francoise, as if she had been the only person present.

The photographs show a lined unsmiling face, somewhat severe and even grim.

At least the long, somewhat severe black dress she wore was suitable enough for both a will reading and a business dinner.

Then Provos got a new outfit, a somewhat severe business suit.