bruising

Example Sentences

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Now, the bruising former defender is aiming to lead the U.S. to its first knockout-round win since the 2002 World Cup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

And as the U.S. prepares for a bruising test against Bosnia and Herzegovina for a place in the round of 16, it took a fiery Argentine to remind the Americans how to represent their country.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Guimaraes tellingly emerged with credit following Newcastle's bruising domestic campaign.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

The top strategist for Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ reelection bid has left her campaign, just as she is gearing up for a bruising showdown against City Councilmember Nithya Raman in the Nov. 3 runoff.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

The bruising cold wind shoved me along, every step bringing the class grass nearer to Brose, Nashend, and Little.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell