bruising

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Samuel, 23, dropped to almost 2,000 in the world rankings after missing much of the 2024 season with bruising in his right arm.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Recent public appearances have also fueled renewed conversation around Trump’s health after visible bruising on his hands and swelling in his lower legs drew attention online and in political media coverage.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Between the team’s low-scoring style, its palpable stress, and the crushing weight of three consecutive late-season collapses, the final weeks of Arsenal’s league campaign turned into a bruising slog.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The 10-year gilt yield soared 16 basis points to 5.16% as Prime Minister Keir Starmer fought to save his political future following a bruising local election defeat last week.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

His jaw drops; clearly, my bruising and swelling look worse than yesterday.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed