bruising

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Speaking at a press conference in London on Monday, Barnaby's mother Emma Webber said: "It has been brutal, bruising and harrowing beyond measure - but it was so very necessary. "

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The analysts’ remarks came after Lululemon on Thursday cut its full-year forecast for the year, following a bruising proxy battle with its founder, Chip Wilson, which management said hurt the company’s reputation and sales.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Nevertheless it makes a fine reminder of the eternal currency of Miller’s bruising, beautiful play: “Attention must be paid.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Former Vice President Kamala Harris signaled interest in the seat shortly after her bruising 2024 loss to Trump.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

I spent so many days with my forehead pressed against my glass window, bruising myself with my futile wanting.

From "Everything, Everything" by Nicola Yoon