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Though Riley was careful not to openly criticize Grinch or any defender individually, he acknowledged that he was concerned about all those gashing runs and long passes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2023

Wyoming generated just 93 total yards through the second and third quarters after gashing the Cougars on the ground during the first quarter.

From Washington Times • Sep. 25, 2022

He turned to escape and Mr. Majury sprinted forward but fell, gashing his knee.

From New York Times • Feb. 17, 2022

The defensive line is not the sole reason the season is on the brink — other factors include a slow start to the year and inconsistent quarterbacking — but its gashing Tuesday was glaring.

From Washington Post • Dec. 22, 2021

“We appreciate your sentiments,” said Fflewddur, “but with that leg of yours, you’re hardly up to slashing or gashing or anything at all.”

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander