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Recent Examples of abrasions
Garments spanning nylon half-zips to French Terry sweatshirts, garments look faded and worn-in and feature hallmarks of denim like whiskers, creases, abrasions and breakages that tell stories of time and use.
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Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
Additional skin abrasions are noted, though the medical examiner could not determine the causes because of the severe decomposition of the body.
—Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Her injuries included possible lower and upper extremity fractures, along with abrasions and contusions to the head, squad officials said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Even the daily abrasions of living in New York, including Fox’s forays into the mind-numbing night life, seem unexpectedly pedestrian.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
Ear canal skin is delicate, and tiny abrasions are one of the easiest ways to end up with irritation or infection.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Light scratches and abrasions will occur at the finish level rather than on the wood, and moisture and water won’t absorb through the topcoat.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
The victim suffered a brain bleed, a fractured toe and abrasions, according to court officials.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Both victims suffered injuries, including head pain, cuts and abrasions but declined to be transported to a hospital after being treated at the scene.
—Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
Additional skin abrasions are noted, though the medical examiner could not determine the causes because of the severe decomposition of the body.
—Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Her injuries included possible lower and upper extremity fractures, along with abrasions and contusions to the head, squad officials said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Even the daily abrasions of living in New York, including Fox’s forays into the mind-numbing night life, seem unexpectedly pedestrian.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026
Ear canal skin is delicate, and tiny abrasions are one of the easiest ways to end up with irritation or infection.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Light scratches and abrasions will occur at the finish level rather than on the wood, and moisture and water won’t absorb through the topcoat.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
The victim suffered a brain bleed, a fractured toe and abrasions, according to court officials.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Both victims suffered injuries, including head pain, cuts and abrasions but declined to be transported to a hospital after being treated at the scene.
—Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abrasions
bruises
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There have been discussions of Trump using foundation to conceal bruises in his hands for a few months, and people discussed that in response to Rupar.—
StyleCaster Editors,
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29 Apr. 2026
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When picking your tomatillos, go for a medium size and look for smooth pieces with no cracks or bruises.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Abrasions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abrasions. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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