bruise

Example Sentences

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In the early days after injury, a hematoma or bruise develops at the fracture site.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

Nine days ago, she suffered a torn ACL, a bone bruise and meniscus damage.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2026

Three-time NBA Most Valuable Player Jokic had not played since suffering a bone bruise in the left knee he hyperextended in a game against Miami on December 29.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

“A bruise is internal bleeding. But it can also be something serious. We do know that the ICE agent walked away from the incident — we have that on camera.”

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2026

My shoulders slumped, and I felt an ache like a bruise where the ghost hand grabbed me.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce