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Term: Touch a Wound

Description:

The term "touch a wound" refers to the act of physically or emotionally reopening a sensitive or painful topic or situation. It signifies bringing up something that could potentially cause distress or discomfort to someone.

Sample Sentences:

1. After the accident, she avoided any discussions that could touch the wound.
2. I didn't want to touch a wound, so I stayed silent when they mentioned his recent breakup.
3. Bringing up the sensitive topic of their past rivalry would only touch a wound and ruin the reunion.
4. The politician's remarks on the controversial issue touched a wound among the supporters of the opposing party.

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