Definition of contusionnext
as in bruise
a bodily injury in which small blood vessels are broken but the overlying skin is not suffered multiple contusions as a result of a car accident

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Recent Examples of contusion Clowney missed five games with a lower back sprain that developed over time, while Williams sat three with a left calf contusion after trying to play through it. C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2026 Brandon Williams is questionable due to a right lower leg contusion. Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 2 Feb. 2026 Needless to say, James and Jonny get into it as well, engaging in a knock-down, drag -out fight that results not only in numerous bruises and contusions but also a heartfelt emotional epiphany. Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026 The star forward had been having a career year, averaging 28.2 points per game, before missing the past three because of a left knee contusion. Janis Carr, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for contusion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contusion
bruise
Noun
  • But Kaszas’ ultimate destiny had nothing to do with inflicting — or receiving — bruises, contusions or broken limbs.
    George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Photos show what appear to be deep bruises marked SueHey's wrists.
    Michael Kaplan, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026

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“Contusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contusion. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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