bruising

/ ˈbruːzɪŋ /

adjective

1. causing bruises, as by a blow
2. aggressively antagonistic; hurtful

   four months of bruising negotiation

noun

1. a bruise or bruises

Example Sentences

She said she had not contacted the authorities out of fear she would “get done” because of the bruising on her daughter’s body.

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The referendum - known as the Voice - became ensnared in a bruising campaign, and both sides of politics have sought to move on swiftly, leaving uncertainty over future policy.

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He explained that an X-ray confirmed "extraordinary bruising", but no broken leg, and he was "angry" about what had happened.

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There is no suggestion this is a bruising split between ministers.

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A paramedic who examined Ms Hand on the day after the alleged attacks told the court on Tuesday that she had not seen such bruising on a patient in a long time.

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Related Words

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