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laceration

[las-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌlæs əˈreɪ ʃən /


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Tole spent two days in the hospital after suffering a deep laceration on his left cheek that his attorney said affected his ability to speak.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

When I first met Amy in the emergency room, she had a minor laceration on her finger.

From Salon • Jun. 14, 2025

The former general suffered a minor laceration near his eyebrows while shooting with a rifle equipped with an optic, his office said at the time.

From BBC • May 24, 2024

He also revealed his views on the need for safer clothing were only strengthened when he suffered his own laceration injury.

From BBC • May 14, 2024

He said he told her if the laceration wasn’t too deep he would be grateful if she treated it.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou




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