scar

Example Sentences

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He mentioned that the scar on the left side of his face is not something he is ashamed of so he was comfortable being photographed on that side.

From Los Angeles Times

“There will almost certainly be numerous mudslides, severe flooding either from heavy rain or clogged storm drains, and possibly debris flows near recent burn scars,” the National Weather Service said.

From Los Angeles Times

Wednesday evening into Thursday morning: A second belt of heavy rainfall is expected across Southern California, increasing chances for urban flooding, debris flows and mudslides, especially in burn scars but also across many mountainous passes.

From Los Angeles Times

Higher unemployment is particularly scarring for young workers since they miss out on gaining skills and experience at a crucial time of their professional lives, making it more difficult to catch up later.

From The Wall Street Journal

But the province's hills still bear the scars of bygone mining practices, with bare patches of red soil visible where vegetation has struggled to regrow.

From Barron's