scar tissue
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of scar tissue
First recorded in 1870–75
Example Sentences
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Once Sinner and Djokovic were out of the way, Zverev took over as the clear front-runner - but he has scar tissue from his previous Grand Slam final defeats.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026
The scientists noted that scar tissue and inflammation can also interfere with nerve repair after injury.
From Science Daily ● May 29, 2026
“I don’t necessarily have scar tissue, but there are plenty of people around our tour who do.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 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
I wondered if he knew about the scar tissue and didn’t want to talk to me about it.
From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok
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