take shrapnel

Frequency: 6.07.1 per million words

to be hit by shrapnel, resulting in an injury

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Examples (10)

  • He was lucky to only take shrapnel to his leg and not suffer more severe injuries.
  • During the explosion, several soldiers took shrapnel and required immediate medical attention.
  • The medic described how the soldier took shrapnel to the abdomen.
  • It's a terrifying experience to take shrapnel from an IED.
  • She recounted the harrowing moment she realized she had taken shrapnel in her arm.
  • Fortunately, the blast shield prevented him from taking shrapnel to the face.
  • Many civilians took shrapnel during the crossfire.
  • The report stated that the casualties were primarily due to soldiers taking shrapnel from artillery shells.
  • He was treated for wounds sustained after taking shrapnel to his shoulder.
  • The veteran often spoke about the injury he sustained when he took shrapnel during his service.