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Recent Examples of lacerations
Both were evaluated with minor lacerations and stab wounds, and one victim was transported to Lawrence + Memorial Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
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Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Rescuers evacuated her with injuries including bruises and lacerations, but her dog Molly was left behind near the Arahura River.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
According to the arrest record, Dodelson had left his fiancée with bruises and lacerations.
—Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 3 Apr. 2026
Arielle Konig was treated for severe lacerations and stayed at the hospital for one night.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
A week earlier, an emergency rescue helicopter found the woman with bruises and lacerations after a fall at a rocky spot at the waterfall on the South Island's West Coast.
—CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
The victim was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening lacerations, Carrasco said.
—Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
His partner, suffering from severe head lacerations and five broken ribs and unable to get the two-way radio working, stumbled two miles to the nearest dwelling and was then driven to the nearest phone.
—Dave Duffey, Outdoor Life, 26 Mar. 2026
He was taken to a hospital for treatment of lacerations to his arms from breaking the window, police said.
—Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Rescuers evacuated her with injuries including bruises and lacerations, but her dog Molly was left behind near the Arahura River.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
According to the arrest record, Dodelson had left his fiancée with bruises and lacerations.
—Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 3 Apr. 2026
Arielle Konig was treated for severe lacerations and stayed at the hospital for one night.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
A week earlier, an emergency rescue helicopter found the woman with bruises and lacerations after a fall at a rocky spot at the waterfall on the South Island's West Coast.
—CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
The victim was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening lacerations, Carrasco said.
—Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
His partner, suffering from severe head lacerations and five broken ribs and unable to get the two-way radio working, stumbled two miles to the nearest dwelling and was then driven to the nearest phone.
—Dave Duffey, Outdoor Life, 26 Mar. 2026
He was taken to a hospital for treatment of lacerations to his arms from breaking the window, police said.
—Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacerations
Noun
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The comfy frock is midi-length, features subtle side slits, and is made from a lightweight, stretchy material.—
Isabel Bekele,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
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Using a sharp knife, cut 2 slits, about 2 inches apart, through fat on edge of each pork chop.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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During the show’s second hour, Guthrie went outside to thank the crowd and briefly held back tears.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2026
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As immigration officers arrested her six weeks ago, through tears and a rushed goodbye, Maria de Jesus Estrada Juarez had a request for her daughter.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Upon arriving at the hospital, doctors determined that the colorful bird — belonging to the same family as crows and jays — had left quite a bit of damage, including multiple fractures in Montalva's left cheekbone and a rare fracture of the hyoid bone in her neck.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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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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EaTi One comes in a reusable pouch made of sturdy plastic, protecting your gear from scratches and cuts.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
6 Apr. 2026
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Mukhamadullin has dressed for 17 of the Sharks’ last 18 games, and Klingberg has not played since March 24, missing the last six games through a mix of healthy scratches and an injury.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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India dealt with nagging injuries and inconsistent production.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2026
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The man, a 57-year-old Springs Valley resident, was hospitalized with minor injuries.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Lacerations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacerations. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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