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abrasions

NOUN
scraped area
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NOUN
scraping or wearing down by friction
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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

There were four children in the car at the time of the crash, and one was taken to a hospital by a family member “as a precaution” for abrasions, Morton said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 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

The emergency services said two people received medical treatment after suffering abrasions and around 70 people were evacuated as the fire was put out.

From BBC ● May 29, 2026

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



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