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Recent Examples of black eye
The only black eye on the report was a loss in Reality Labs, but given management’s recent efforts to reduce spending in the division, investors are looking past it.
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CNBC, 29 Jan. 2026
While the movies were in production, Viggo Mortensen, who plays Aragorn, came to the set with a swollen, black eye from a surfing accident, Jackson said.
—Charlotte Observer, 23 Jan. 2026
In a police arrest photo, King appears with a black eye.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 21 Jan. 2026
That’s because Mortensen got into a surfing accident in the middle of production and showed up to set with a bulging, swollen black eye.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 16 Jan. 2026
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CNBC, 29 Jan. 2026
While the movies were in production, Viggo Mortensen, who plays Aragorn, came to the set with a swollen, black eye from a surfing accident, Jackson said.
—Charlotte Observer, 23 Jan. 2026
In a police arrest photo, King appears with a black eye.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 21 Jan. 2026
That’s because Mortensen got into a surfing accident in the middle of production and showed up to set with a bulging, swollen black eye.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for black eye
Noun
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If guilt shows up, remind yourself that recovery time is valid and necessary.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Even prosecutor Laurie Baio admitted that, despite Kassotis' inconsistencies, jurors might have doubts about his guilt.—
Erin Moriarty,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Midnight Mammoth last in a field of five that was watered down by the scratches of Pegasus World Cup winner Skippylongstocking and Grade 2 winner Westwood.—
Jay Posner,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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First-round pick Jase Richardson was a late scratch from the contest due to low back spasms.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2026
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The trademarking of Trump To their discredit, according to voting records, Senate Democrats Kristen Arrington, Tracie Davis, Barbara Sharief and Shevrin Jones initially voted for the bill in committees.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2026
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No discredit to the movie, obviously.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Feb. 2026
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Luckily for Martin, Kinzalow hopped in the driver's seat and slammed on the brakes, and Martin survived despite severe back injuries and abrasions to his extremities.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
6 Mar. 2026
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According to the Missouri Botanical Garden, its leaves, fruits, and roots are all highly toxic whether eaten or just brushed up against if there's an open wound or abrasion.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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Tottenham are drifting, and need to find leaders somewhere, or their season will end in the ignominy of a first relegation in 49 years.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Khan isn’t the first Pakistani prime minister whose legal ignominy is tied to jewelry.—
Rafia Zakaria,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Oblique and shoulder issues, as well as a left forearm contusion, also served as bumps in the road.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
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This Cavaliers team, built on the fly after Odom was hired in March 2025, has had but four bumps on the road this season, but one was a pretty big bump.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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When a partner transforms fundamentally, obligations may lapse without dishonor.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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Worst of all, my sin has brought dishonor to God.—
Alex Nitzberg,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Recovery and What Comes Next At SeaWorld’s facility, the care team focused on hydrating and warming the manatee while treating cuts and scrapes on the belly and underside, as well as treating an infection.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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There, the team focused on hydrating and warming him while treating cuts and scrapes on his belly and underside, along with an infection.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Black eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/black%20eye. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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