as in burn
a burn left on the skin that is caused by hot liquid or steam
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as in to bruise
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Recent Examples of scald
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2024
Tomatoes grow thicker skins to prevent sun scald that causes brown patches to form on the skin.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 24 July 2024
Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
Rohan stepped further into the scalding heat of the spray, taking in it a distinct kind of pleasure.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Wrap the trunk of very young trees to help protect them from sun scald, making sure to remove it after the last frost in spring.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2024
Tomatoes grow thicker skins to prevent sun scald that causes brown patches to form on the skin.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 24 July 2024
Verb
If, however, the airline insists on cranking the coffee up to scalding temperatures, crews need to be prepared to properly administer medical aid for the inevitable spills and injuries.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
Rohan stepped further into the scalding heat of the spray, taking in it a distinct kind of pleasure.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scald
Noun
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Eight people were injured in the Sunday attack, some with burns.—
Colleen Slevin,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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At least eight people, ranging from ages 52 to 88, were hospitalized with burns and other injuries, authorities said.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
2 June 2025
Verb
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Authorities were called after hospital staff noticed bruising on Jose’s body, the complaint said.—
Jennifer Rodriguez,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2025
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With its mix of adrenaline, speed, and high probability of bruising your nether regions, BMX would seem a natural fit.—
Chris Haslam,
Wired News,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Child and pet safety: Never forget to safeguard young children and pets by not leaving them unattended in vehicles, especially during scorching weather when car interiors can become life-threateningly hot.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
31 May 2025
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Despite an evaporated offence, Toronto remained in every game late, except a scorching Sunday at George M. Steinbrenner Field.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
Verb
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Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Australia's economy grew less than expected in the first quarter this year, the Australian Bureau of Statistics said in a statement Wednesday, as growth stalled amid the simmering global trade tensions.—
Anniek Bao,Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
4 June 2025
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In the final dish, the cherries are sweet and juicy, having been simmered in a citrusy sauce with hints of vanilla and a splash of bourbon that brings out the sweetness in the fruit.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
2 June 2025
Noun
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Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm.—
Helena Wegner,
Sacbee.com,
28 May 2025
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Much of the debate, from critics on both sides of the aisle, has focused on the harm this could cause the most vulnerable Americans.—
Brian Castrucci,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Verb
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Elder told the outlet those who sought medical attention at UMC had injuries ranging from severe head injuries and lacerated spleens to bullet grazes and multiple broken bones.—
Michael Dorgan,
Fox News,
5 Jan. 2025
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Deputies found her body only partially clothed and had two black eyes, swollen and lacerated lips and other facial injuries.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This creates a nice outer layer and depth of flavor without cooking the duck breast and promotes great aging.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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In fact, at least one state is promoting methods to cook the fish as a way to control its population.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2025
Verb
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The veggies are parboiled until bright green and tender-crisp.—
Southern Living Editors,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2024
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The mottled beans that are parboiled and salted, the toxic pokeweed cooked into tasty greens, the dumplings wrapped in hickory leaves and tied with stalks of rush — these, like the milkies, are meant to be shared.—
Jacey Fortin Mike Belleme,
New York Times,
21 Oct. 2023
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“Scald.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scald. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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