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Recent Examples of lacerations
In terms of the types of injuries sustained, 35% were periocular lacerations (cuts near the eye), 16% were corneal abrasions, iritis (inflammation of the iris, the colored part of the eye) accounted for 8%, and contusions/bruises 5%.
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New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2025
As the hulking creature, the Australian star appears to have pale, cadaverous skin with lacerations across it and long, stringy hair.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The wounded girl was taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital for lacerations to her forehead.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025
Over the weekend, the network addressed the incident on several occasions after he was arrested on three misdemeanor counts, following an altercation in which he was stabbed and another unidentified man suffered lacerations.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2025
Another man was also injured alongside Sanchez in the incident, suffering lacerations.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 4 Oct. 2025
In the incident, one adult male suffered lacerations and a second man sustained injuries consistent with stab wounds, according to police.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2025
The woman was left with lacerations and bruises to her face, head, legs and arms, according to court documents.
—Allison Gordon, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
Giuliani suffered a fractured vertebra, multiple lacerations and contusions, and injuries to his left arm and lower leg.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 1 Sep. 2025
New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2025
As the hulking creature, the Australian star appears to have pale, cadaverous skin with lacerations across it and long, stringy hair.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The wounded girl was taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital for lacerations to her forehead.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025
Over the weekend, the network addressed the incident on several occasions after he was arrested on three misdemeanor counts, following an altercation in which he was stabbed and another unidentified man suffered lacerations.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2025
Another man was also injured alongside Sanchez in the incident, suffering lacerations.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 4 Oct. 2025
In the incident, one adult male suffered lacerations and a second man sustained injuries consistent with stab wounds, according to police.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2025
The woman was left with lacerations and bruises to her face, head, legs and arms, according to court documents.
—Allison Gordon, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
Giuliani suffered a fractured vertebra, multiple lacerations and contusions, and injuries to his left arm and lower leg.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacerations
Noun
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Using sharp paring knife, cut four 1 1/2-inch long slits in top of dough (think of a clock for slit placement at 12,3,6,9 positions).—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
13 Oct. 2025
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Its large leaves develop holes and slits that have earned it the name Swiss cheese plant.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Her husband and young son joined her onstage in a tender surprise that brought many in the crowd to tears.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
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What happened in the moments after is a memory that continues to bring tears Chupp's eyes.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The medical examiner also observed multiple rib fractures and a sternal fracture, the autopsy shows.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
21 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Pander fanny pack from Amazon is made with water-resistant nylon and stands up against scratches, promising long-lasting durability.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Even worse, scratches, dents, and imperfections can stand out dramatically.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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Despite lifesaving measures, the man died from his injuries, according to Adger.—
Julie Mendes,
AZCentral.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Alvarez, who excelled after returning from the minors, also showed his toughness while playing through injuries to both of his hands down the stretch.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Lacerations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacerations. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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