contusion

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He then departed to receive stitches and returned to the game while Jones remained in the Nuggets locker room with what the team called a head contusion.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

He missed six games in January with a right calf contusion, returning with a strong performance in the Grizzlies' win over the Orlando Magic in London.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

Leonard had been listed as questionable before the game with a left knee contusion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

Star guard Luka Doncic left the game with 12 points at halftime after a left leg contusion sustained in the first half.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 21, 2025

Half was a purple contusion that hung in strips like a shredded mask.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs