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contusion

[kuhn-too-zhuhn, -tyoo-] / kənˈtu ʒən, -ˈtyu- /


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He was questionable against the Chicago Bulls on Jan. 26 with a quad contusion.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Marcus Smart, who had missed nine straight games with a right ankle contusion, had six points in 18 minutes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

The Lakers are also dealing with an injury to guard Marcus Smart, who has missed the last six games because of a right ankle contusion and will be sidelined for the game Sunday at Dallas.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

He then departed to receive stitches and returned to the game while Jones remained in the Nuggets locker room with what the team called a head contusion.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

Half was a purple contusion that hung in strips like a shredded mask.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs




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