Grate and Hurt

Grate

Grate verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

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Hurt and grate are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Hurt" instead a verb "Grate".

Nearby Words: grating, grated, grater

Hurt verb - To feel or cause physical pain.

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Grate and hurt are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Grate" instead a verb "Hurt".

Nearby Words: hurtful, hurting

His adaptations to other attacks are more the result of him just remembering how Batman hurt him and making sure he can't do it again, e.g., after you ambush him from a floor grate he will freeze over every one he comes across to make sure you're not hiding in it.

Source: Adaptive Armor

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