sear

Example Sentences

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The word enters my ear like a snake, searing itself into my brain, and I recoil, like his statement of ridiculousness pushed me.

From Literature

“The Complex,” more meandering and less searing — is a departure from such detonation.

From Los Angeles Times

The five-time major champion goes back to his roots with Irish champ as a main course side dish to accompany either wagyu filet mignon or seared salmon.

From BBC

On and on he climbed till his knees ached and the breath seared his throat.

From Literature

We shuffled outside with the rest of the crowd, blinking as our eyes adjusted to the searing afternoon sun.

From Literature