as in defect
something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing
the scars left by carelessly scratching the car door with one's keys
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as in to bruise
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Recent Examples of scar
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
In the aftermath, a burn scar was visible in front of the courthouse building.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 3 June 2025
Escher Walcott, People.com, 27 May 2025
Though Hubert died 20 years before his nephew was born, the tragedy scarred the family for generations.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 25 May 2025
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Noun
The flag also sports a few notable battle scars that highlight its incredible provenance.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
In the aftermath, a burn scar was visible in front of the courthouse building.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 3 June 2025
Verb
Symptoms include bruising easily, scarring, overly flexible joints and joint and muscle pain.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 27 May 2025
Though Hubert died 20 years before his nephew was born, the tragedy scarred the family for generations.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scar
Verb
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Now, after last year’s bruising war with Israel, Hezbollah is much weaker and Lebanon’s new political leaders sense an opportunity to revitalize the economy once again with help from wealthy neighbors.—
Kareem Chehayeb,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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The Rebellion cruised to the playoffs thanks to a combination of a powerful rushing game and a bruising defense.—
Ivan Carter,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2025
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Photos showing Rihanna bloodied and bruised after the attack were leaked to the public at the time, forever altering Brown's reputation and kicking off more than a decade of legal troubles.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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During Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Minnesota Timberwolves, longtime official Scott Foster was bloodied after taking a hit to the face.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Mortally wounded, Campbell sped off to the nearby corner of Givan and Palmer Aves.—
Sheetal Banchariya,
New York Daily News,
17 June 2025
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Meanwhile, at least 24 people have been killed in Israel, and more than 500 wounded.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
Verb
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Sharpen Mower Blades Avoid ripping or tearing new sod by keeping the mower blades sharp.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2025
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Give the hydrangea blooms a generous coating of hairspray, spritzing a few inches away in order not to disturb or tear the individual petals.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
12 June 2025
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The Grizzlies gashed Minnesota to the tune of 72 points in the first half, using an up-tempo attack that consistently had the Wolves on their heels.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
11 Apr. 2025
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One fisherman named Akhmad, who like many Indonesians uses only one name, said he was hit by a metal hook and forced to work even after being injured on the job by a load of fish that gashed open his leg to the bone.—
Julie Watson,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Tigers blew out West Virginia 16-9 and 12-5 in two meetings in the Baton Rouge Super Regional last weekend.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Inside the building, images showed metal plates of uneaten food on cafeteria-style tables – with a wall now blown out from the impact.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
12 June 2025
Verb
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Elder told the outlet those who sought medical attention at UMC had injuries ranging from severe head injuries and lacerated spleens to bullet grazes and multiple broken bones.—
Michael Dorgan,
Fox News,
5 Jan. 2025
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Deputies found her body only partially clothed and had two black eyes, swollen and lacerated lips and other facial injuries.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Officials warn to stay back from animals at Yellowstone The NPS is warning visitors about maintaining proper space from wild animals at Yellowstone after a man was gored by a bison.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
11 June 2025
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In 2022, a 25-year-old woman was gored by a bison and tossed 10 feet into the air at Yellowstone National Park, rangers said.—
Helena Wegner,
Idaho Statesman,
10 June 2025
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“Scar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scar. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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