Bleed

usgb/bliːd/
verb

When a living creature loses blood, often because of an injury.

He cut his finger and it started to bleed.
Visual representation of "bleed" - When a living creature loses blood, often because of an injury.

Often appears as...

  • bleed heavily
  • bleed profusely
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Injury Association

Often used to describe loss of blood due to cuts or wounds.

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The soldier began to bleed out on the battlefield.
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Medical Urgency

Indicates a potentially critical situation needing immediate attention.

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Apply pressure to the wound to stop the bleeding.
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Metaphor for Loss

Can metaphorically suggest a draining loss, not just physical.

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The company was bleeding money after the failed product launch.
Visual representation of the word "Bleed"

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