proud flesh

Example Sentences

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Tyrion touched his face, plucking at the proud flesh with blunt thick fingers.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin

It may be imagined what a severe thorn her eldest son proved in the proud flesh of his mother.

From Shadows of Flames A Novel by Rives, Amélie

It possesses powerful astringent properties, and, when burnt and pulverized, is useful to remove proud flesh.

From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by Dadd, George

The infernal brew of 1914 has poisoned the tissues of humanity; proud flesh, sour blood, keep us all in a sick ferment.

From In a Green Shade A Country Commentary by Hewlett, Maurice Henry

Care should be taken in using turpentine, not to put too much on the wound, as it may cause proud flesh in some people; a little of it is very healing and effective.

From Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada by Ritter, Thomas Jefferson