abrasion
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At the time, Los Angeles police said that paramedics transported a woman who suffered a head abrasion to the hospital.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026
They bear the abrasion of files handled, claims contested and Jewish allegiance translated from words into work.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
"Not really too much cause for concern at this point, I just can't move. I have a pretty good abrasion and something stabbed me," she said in a video posted on social media.
From BBC ● Dec. 1, 2024
This zoned development would have maintained essential skin functions, such as protection against abrasion, dehydration and parasites.
From Science Daily ● May 21, 2024
When I touched the abrasion, Shawn released a long sigh and his eyes opened.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
In an interview, Simpson said they were extremely allergic to mosquito bites, causing the abrasions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
The animals operated in the high temperatures of La Guaira, exposing themselves to dehydration and abrasions to their fur, something visible on Sisu's neck.
From Barron's ● Jul. 5, 2026
The skin on both heels and a patch below my right pinkie had worn away, leaving behind angry pink abrasions.
From Slate ● Jun. 5, 2026
"That left skin abrasions on my knees," he said, adding it had been a "violating feeling".
From BBC ● Dec. 13, 2024
I was so raw from repeated exposure to cruelty that now even the most minor abrasions left a mark.
From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi
Vocabulary lists containing abrasion
Unit 1: Telling Details
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"An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" by Ambrose Bierce
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CTE Construction ("Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills,") Vocabulary from Module One
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