black eye

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Recent Examples of black eye That's because the 81-year-old Community alum was sporting a black eye in the photo, posted on Monday, December 9. Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024 In a year when a series of intricate gambling schemes have eroded the integrity of the domestic sports landscape, the investigation presents the latest black eye. Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024 There’s stunts and there’s black eyes to put on and blood to figure out. Jen Chaney, Vulture, 24 Dec. 2024 But there’s no doubt that the departure of the NBA is another black eye for a firm that doesn’t need any more negative headlines. Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for black eye 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for black eye
Noun
  • Meta, which has committed to achieving carbon neutrality in its operations, is already working to assuage the guilt of relying on carbon dioxide emitting natural gas to run Sucré.
    Christopher Helman, Forbes, 8 Feb. 2025
  • The Åre Murders, which premiered globally on Netflix with five episodes, begins with the promise of a simple murder mystery but evolves into a study of the choices and consequences faced by characters who are all, at their core, driven by secrets and guilt.
    Isadora Wandermurem, TIME, 7 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • The pasta, made from scratch, is a highlight, delicately flavored with ingredients like ricotta, sage, and parmesan.
    Carissa & Dino Tozzi, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2025
  • By the time Magenta serves our second course, vegetable tagliolini made from scratch, Stynes has completely rejiggered our itinerary.
    Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Again; Red Sox Headed For Disaster Per PECOTA Orioles' World Series Champion Infielder, Longtime Coach Passes Away To their discredit, the Rockies have done little to stem the tide this offseason.
    Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 4 Feb. 2025
  • And Russia’s continuing quagmire in Ukraine discredits any Russian claim to superpower status.
    Armstrong Williams, Orange County Register, 13 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Avoid contact with open wounds or cuts—even a small scratch or abrasion can serve as an entry point for bacteria.
    Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025
  • Ceramic fillings are also more resistant to tooth staining and abrasion than composite resin.
    Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • With four more wins, the Wizards can at least avoid the ignominy of the 9-73 Philadelphia team of 1972-73 or the 7-59 Charlotte team of 2011-12.
    John Hollinger, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Lopetegui walked straight down the tunnel after the ignominy of another heavy loss.
    Roshane Thomas, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • At the event, Doute wore a maxi form-fitting floral dress that hugged her growing bump.
    Charna Flam, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
  • Sark got another bump this month after leading the Longhorns to the playoff semifinals.
    Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 6 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • A little knowledge can go a long way toward maximizing what makes hosting fun and minimizing the worry your feast will lead to a lifetime of dishonor.
    Keren Landman, Vox, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Macbeth’s themes of deceit and dishonor sit squarely within the director's filmography while also crafting one of the most atmospheric and affecting Shakespeare works to date.
    Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 7 Sep. 2024
Noun
  • The accident left Natalya with facial injuries from the airbag deployment, while Andrew sustained minor scrapes on his arm.
    Ashley Vega, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025
  • The school nurse found extensive bruising on her body and scrapes on her stomach, buttocks and knees.
    Anthony G. Brown, Baltimore Sun, 19 Jan. 2025

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“Black eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/black%20eye. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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