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bruiser

[broo-zer] / ˈbru zər /




NOUN
pugilist
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG




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The apple’s signature foamy texture means it is an easy bruiser and doesn’t store as well as other varieties.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 15, 2025

"I've heard a lot about him," replied the Bok bruiser.

From BBC Jun. 22, 2025

Mr. Prescott also had a reputation as a pugnacious political bruiser.

From New York Times Nov. 21, 2024

Edwards is a bruiser and Dobbins offers explosiveness.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 16, 2024

She was kind of a faded lady, and he had a milder look than his bruiser boys.

From "A Long Way from Chicago" by Richard Peck




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