I tried to laugh when my brother called my drawing a potato, but the little hurt in my chest squeaked, “Hey, that’s rude!”
The hurt from not being picked for the team felt like carrying a backpack stuffed with invisible bowling balls.
The hurt of being called “weird” was heavy, until I decided that weird is actually my superpower.
When my best friend sat with someone else, I felt a pinch of hurt, like my heart got poked by a pencil.
Scientists who study feelings say emotional hurt activates some of the same parts of your brain as physical pain, which is why a mean word can sting almost like a pinch.
Tom dropped Lina's toy and the toy broke. Lina felt a deep hurt, a small hurt, and the hurt sat in her chest as she sat on the floor. Tom saw the hurt and put his hand on her shoulder. He said sorry, fixed the toy, and drew a small card. The hurt left when Lina hugged him.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: B2 Upper Intermediate
This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.
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