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bruiser

[broo-zer] / ˈbru zər /




NOUN
pugilist
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG




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

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

From New York Times • Nov. 21, 2024

The Chargers are expected to pound the ball with 238-pound bruiser Gus Edwards and reclamation project J.K.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 22, 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

“What’s with those gloves he wears?” the bruiser asked.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo




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