scars

Example Sentences

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That battle was won by Emery - but those clashes left scars.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Early in the film, Racine, whose burn scars only cover her left arm, reminds Anaia, whose scars are much more severe and difficult to hide, of the cards they were dealt.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Harris also shows us the burn scars that ripple up Racine’s arm and across Anaia’s face, textured skin that makes strangers blanch, to which Racine lashes out defensively.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

"The city is going to bear the scars of this lunatic for a really long time."

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

“Because his memory is so selective, he has no scars from prior experience,” said Vinny.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis