wounded

Example Sentences

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Mexican authorities said they were treating the wounded and investigating what was behind the shooting.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

“That can’t be possible,” says the wounded tech bro, adding an Apple-flavored coda: “I think different.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said civilians were targeted - the casualties were "martyrs and wounded".

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

He was wounded in a strike, according to Iranian officials, and has yet to appear in public since his appointment.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

“I’m sorry about your poor tender head,” he said, putting a hand on Gurgi’s shoulder, “and that a friend should be wounded for my sake.”

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander