bruising

Example Sentences

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Although Newcastle reached the last 16 of the Champions League, and progressed to the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup for a third time in four seasons, this has been a bruising campaign for Howe's side.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 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

I held on, maintaining eye contact, bruising my book, threatening my heart.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx