bruiser
Example Sentences
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And although he wasn’t conventionally big or fast, he turned into a bruiser who used his low center of gravity—and a certain inherited family gift—to shed defenders half a foot taller than he was.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 2, 2026
Don’t look now, but a Lincoln Riley team just beat the snot out of a Big Ten bruiser.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2025
John Prescott was an old-style political bruiser who played a vital role in the New Labour project.
From BBC ● Nov. 21, 2024
Mr. Prescott also had a reputation as a pugnacious political bruiser.
From New York Times ● Nov. 21, 2024
Inej turned to run, but her path was blocked by a huge bruiser, his blue velvet coat stretched tight across his big shoulders.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
