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scar

[skahr] / skɑr /




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There is tremendous scar tissue—literally, and figuratively, from past crises and recoveries—but he is by far the sport’s best known presence, a player who moves the crowds like no other.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Because I knew to look for it, I saw the faint surgical scar peeking above the neckline of the child’s dress.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

It can disrupt immune function, damage blood vessels, and promote the buildup of scar tissue in the heart.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

Aside from McIndoe and Pike, the four other firefighters who testified that they were at the burn scar on Jan. 2 said they did not see smoldering.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

The archer with the scar put his hand on Håkon’s shoulder.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack




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