wounded

Example Sentences

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Ms. Arno’s achievement is to return Celan to mortal scale: ardent in friendship, hungry for recognition, capable of wounded tenderness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Al-Atwan did not say how many people were hurt but said those wounded had received medical care.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

He was told to go overboard but was then called back to help the wounded and secure the ship, which was flooding.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Over the next few months wounded sailors managed to escape and make their way back to Shanghai.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Willie introduced himself and presented Booth: “Here is a wounded Confederate soldier that we want you to take care of for a day or so. Will you do it?”

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson