as in burns
a burn left on the skin that is caused by hot liquid or steam
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Andric sustained significant injuries from the attack, including facial burns, a skull hematoma and a concussion.
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That means asphalt and metal benches could cause burns on bare skin, and cars left in the sun will reach potentially fatal temperatures, experts say.
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Chops, gouges, wounds it like the shadow grooves on the sidewalks—the sun is setting earlier.
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Imperfect fleshly reality occupies the stage, the region where bones crack and wounds suppurate, schlumpy humans fall for each other, and jealousy roams murderously free.
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France followed its hottest-ever day with yet more brutal temperatures as a deadly heat wave scorches much of western Europe.
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Protection from the sun is key for this plant because bright sun scorches its leaves.
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The Differences Between Instant Pot and Slow Cooker A slow cooker is a countertop appliance that simmers ingredients in a pot at a low temperature for an extended period.
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Chop up your favorite toppings while the chili simmers on the stove.
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Although Chicago had its issues with redlining and massive disinvestment that left generational scars on some primarily Black neighborhoods, the small town ethos held little sway over me.
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Adding these impacts to the early Earth’s heat budget, though, proved rather challenging because Earth has a peculiar way of healing its scars.
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Carter further complicates things in last week’s episode, when he drunkly tears an animal mount off the wall during Oreana’s grandmother’s big party at the 10-Petal Ranch.
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As an example of how his platform would work, Wehmeyer pointed to processing insurance claims after a tornado tears through a house in Minnesota.
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Nikki Glaser quickly and delightfully sears the crowd.
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Also contaminated are fish, staples of Midwestern fish fries and fish boils, and an important part of the diet of Indigenous tribes, certain immigrant populations and communities of color.
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Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture boils.
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