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bruising





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These range from relatively minor ones such as soreness, bruising and uneven filler, to serious ones including infection.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

Some artificial-intelligence stocks that got knocked off their pedestals, in part due to a bruising July selloff, now represent attractive opportunities for investors, according to BofA analysts.

From MarketWatch Aug. 14, 2026

Following a damaging transfer window last summer, and a bruising domestic season, Newcastle have shifted their approach.

From BBC Aug. 8, 2026

The Long Beach, Calif.-based company’s ambition comes after a bruising few decades for American planemaking.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

Each apprentice gave their best, but Bokator was a bruising discipline and not everyone’s strength.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




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