as in bruise
an area of skin roughened or worn away by harsh rubbing against another surface walked away from the auto accident with only minor abrasions

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Recent Examples of abrasion Gonzalez said the horse was treated for abrasions to the skull and other injuries, per the outlet. Becca Longmire, People.com, 15 May 2025 Biodegradable mineral dyes, waterless enzyme and abrasion boosters were among the alternative processes. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Apr. 2025 This material will tolerate solar radiation, wide temperature ranges and regolith abrasion. James Morris, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025 Corbett’s autopsy report revealed abrasions on his forehead, under his eye, and on his shoulder blades. Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for abrasion
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bruise
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  • Then a surgeon stepped in A CT mother found bruises on her nonverbal daughter.
    Nick Caito Photo, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2025
  • The onslaught left the woman with a broken nose and a fractured orbital bone, as well as bruises and swelling to her eye and neck, cops said.
    Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 19 June 2025

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“Abrasion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abrasion. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.

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