trauma
Example Sentences
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There are theories that it could be related to autoimmunity, or repeated trauma to that area, or genetic mutations—but no one knows for sure.
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
After a near fatality, he is saved by Carlos, a farmer and former combat medic battling his own trauma from the Mexican-American War.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
An endeavor once bathed in excitement and wonder ended in tragedy and trauma for those who witnessed it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
Mackaill is now working with Nasa's chief health and medical officer Dr James Polk on developing guidelines for doctors on how to treat astronauts, who have experienced these changes or trauma on return.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Kara Manning, 17, the second passenger, sustained severe head trauma when she was thrown from the car and as a result could not give investigators any information.
From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson
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