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Recent Examples of bruise
Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Johnson claimed that the round that hit him inflicted a large circular bruise on the back of his leg and caused a blood clot to form and increased his risk for additional blood clots, diminishing what had been prior to that point an active lifestyle.
—Robert Salonga, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
Ross Adkin, CNN, 3 Feb. 2025
He was eventually reinstated after colleagues rallied to his defense, but the experience was a bruising one.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The other children were also taken to the hospital for care for malnourishment and bruises after a welfare check at their Casselberry home in central Florida.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Johnson claimed that the round that hit him inflicted a large circular bruise on the back of his leg and caused a blood clot to form and increased his risk for additional blood clots, diminishing what had been prior to that point an active lifestyle.
—Robert Salonga, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
Verb
Hong Kong/London CNN — Stock markets in Asia and Europe slumped Monday after Donald Trump slapped tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, sparking fears over another bruising ‘America First’ trade war that could hit global economic growth.
—Ross Adkin, CNN, 3 Feb. 2025
He was eventually reinstated after colleagues rallied to his defense, but the experience was a bruising one.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bruise
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The pasta, made from scratch, is a highlight, delicately flavored with ingredients like ricotta, sage, and parmesan.—
Carissa & Dino Tozzi,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2025
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By the time Magenta serves our second course, vegetable tagliolini made from scratch, Stynes has completely rejiggered our itinerary.—
Jen Murphy,
Robb Report,
8 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The accident left Natalya with facial injuries from the airbag deployment, while Andrew sustained minor scrapes on his arm.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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The school nurse found extensive bruising on her body and scrapes on her stomach, buttocks and knees.—
Anthony G. Brown,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Police are looking for a kick-scooter-riding duo who shot and wounded a man in Brooklyn a couple of months ago.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
16 Feb. 2025
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It’s anchored by an actress, Marion Cotillard, who has one of the great faces, and a classical sophistication with a glamorous, out-of-reach noirish beauty that pairs wonderfully with a creature cut out of Hans Christian Andersen: amorous, elusive, but wounded.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Although Suggs returned to the court on Saturday after missing 10 contests because of a low-back strain, the Magic guard suffered a left quad contusion against Detroit, which kept him sidelined Monday at Miami.—
Jason Beede,
Orlando Sentinel,
29 Jan. 2025
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According to the court records, the victim suffered contusions and bruising, and required stitches in his right shin.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Additionally, aloe vera is often used for muscle pain, bruises, cuts, abrasions, and inflammation to the skin from burns and frostbite; many studies support its use to improve wound healing and reduce skin inflammation, itching, and irritation.—
Atenea Morales de la Cruz,
Vogue,
13 Feb. 2025
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Mapped polyurethane overlays add abrasion and penetration resistance to key areas, while low-wear areas go without the protection in order to maintain breathability.—
Wes Siler,
Outside Online,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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They’ve been gashed a bit more in the playoffs, allowing 148 yards on the ground in the previous two games, but with two weeks of rest and game-planning behind them, the Chiefs defense will be looking to put a stopper in the rushing attack that has led the Eagles to New Orleans.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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The Chiefs were gashed at times by James Cook in their AFC title game win over the Bills, and Joe Mixon had a pretty good day against them in the divisional round, too.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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At the event, Doute wore a maxi form-fitting floral dress that hugged her growing bump.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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Sark got another bump this month after leading the Longhorns to the playoff semifinals.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Cut deep slits all over roast for garlic cloves using the tip of a paring knife; insert cloves deep into roast.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
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Its striking foliage has holes and slits in it, sort of like slices of Swiss cheese does, hence the plant’s nickname.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Bruise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bruise. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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