scars

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“Renoir” may be a delicate wisp of a film, but it’s flecked with thoughtful questioning about whether childhood’s sorrows leave permanent scars on us as adults.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

But some economists argue that the move could be premature at a time the economy is already showing scars from the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

I have no scars to show for it — only memories born of breaking bread, or rather breadsticks, with loved ones.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

That battle was won by Emery - but those clashes left scars.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

She’d thought they were only half an inch long, but this close up, Akira realized the scars were only the beginning.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz