bruiser
Example Sentences
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She is the ultimate bruiser, a prolific trash-talker and a notorious pest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 16, 2026
Coaches would come to watch his teammate, four-star wideout Aaron Butler, and walk away wondering about the 6-foot, 210-pound bruiser in the backfield.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2025
John Prescott was an old-style political bruiser who played a vital role in the New Labour project.
From BBC ● Nov. 21, 2024
On that front, the tip of the spear is 7-foot bruiser Oumar Ballo, who averages 13 points and 10 rebounds a game, recording 33 putbacks this season, according to Hoop-Math.com.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 21, 2024
Inej turned to run, but her path was blocked by a huge bruiser, his blue velvet coat stretched tight across his big shoulders.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
