bruising

Example Sentences

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But the much-improved centre-back has typified the journey Arsenal have gone on since that bruising night on Tyneside.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Nowruz, which is celebrated by hundreds of millions worldwide and involves 13 days of festivities, follows a particularly bruising year for Iranians.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

The surprise profit is good news for investors, who have been fretting about the impact a bruising price war in China would have on the bottom line for XPeng and other EV makers.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Parents set up command centers, practice checking out and have backups for their backup options, all for a few bruising seconds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

She knocked her knees against the bucket, bruising them.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo