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Hurt

Definition

(verb) To cause physical pain or injury to someone or something

Examples

I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
  • Don't hurt the dog.

  • She hurt her wrist on the stairs.

  • The falling box hurt Tom's foot.

  • My back still hurts after that long drive to Denver.

Related words

Other English words at this level include Conundrum, Zenith, Ephemeral, Mellifluous, and Quintessential. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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