broken skin

Frequency: 5.54.5 per million words

an area where the skin has been cut or opened

skinadjective + noun (human/animal skin)

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broken

Examples (10)

  • The harsh chemicals left his skin feeling raw and sensitive.
  • After the fall, she had to treat the broken skin on her knee.
  • The doctor advised him to keep the broken skin clean to prevent infection.
  • He accidentally scraped his arm, causing broken skin that needed bandaging.
  • The rough surface of the rock caused broken skin on his hands.
  • Be careful not to irritate the broken skin around the wound.
  • The insect bite left a patch of broken skin that itched terribly.
  • She applied antiseptic to the broken skin on her child's elbow.
  • Avoid scratching the broken skin, as it could lead to scarring.
  • The patient's medication caused dryness and broken skin on their face.