discolorations

noun

plural of discoloration
as in scratches

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  1. scratches
  2. abrasions
  3. bumps
  4. bruises
  5. scrapes
Noun
  • According to the warrant affidavit, Flagge said the girl appeared fine but had some scratches on her.
    — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Rabies is a nearly 100% fatal zoonotic virus spread by bites, scratches and oral secretions (saliva) from infected animals.
    — Eva Flowe October 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of scratches
Noun
  • Most had abrasions and small cuts, and all but the driver have since been treated and released, authorities said Monday during a press briefing.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Machado also had abrasions on her lower back, near a tattoo of Julia’s name, that Lew said are consistent with her hands being tied behind her back.
    — Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of abrasions
Noun
  • But there were more bumps in the road for Detroit, which by November was still a dismal 3-6.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026
  • With consistent use, our top picks also helped improve the appearance of discoloration, bumps, and uneven tone, while offering a pleasant scent and comfortable wear.
    — Glamour, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of bumps
Noun
  • Seeing a division foe three times in less than two weeks is bound to leave some dings and bruises.
    — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Tucker picked up some extra bumps and bruises Saturday, most notably fouling a pitch off his right knee in the third inning.
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of bruises
Noun
  • Memory is not so much a flow, sometimes, as a series of bumps and scrapes.
    — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The visits mainly addressed dehydration, minor cuts and scrapes and pre-existing medical conditions.
    — Ruby Grisin, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of scrapes
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“Discolorations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discolorations. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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