traumatic
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She suffered a traumatic brain injury and a broken elbow and needed three blood transfusions and skin grafts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
“We are so proud of our daughter and love her so much. The way she has conducted herself through many traumatic health issues is a lesson to us all.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
This involves listening to sounds, tapping, or flashing lights to remember a traumatic event.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
"It's been very traumatic for us as a family," he said.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
The only really traumatic thing that I’ve been through is Grandpa’s death.
From "A Mango-Shaped Space" by Wendy Mass
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