traumas
word · lemma: trauma
Definition
Serious experiences that cause lasting emotional or physical pain, often from injury, shock, or distressing events.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in both medical (physical injury) and psychological (mental/emotional injury) contexts. Common collocations: 'childhood traumas', 'emotional traumas'. Plural form usually refers to multiple significant negative experiences, not just minor problems.
Example Sentences
Some people never fully recover from traumas.
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Children may carry traumas into adulthood.
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Therapy can help people deal with their traumas.
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After the accident, he struggled with several deep traumas.
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Many people hide their traumas out of fear of being judged.
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Years later, old traumas can suddenly come back and affect your life.
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