Sentences with Cut To The Quick

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To deeply hurt or wound emotionally, especially through a severe insult.

3 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Cut To The Quick'

The public humiliation on social media cut to the quick, exposing vulnerabilities to the world.

The criticism of her artistic creation cut to the quick, making her question her creative abilities.

The unexpected death of a loved one cut to the quick, leaving a void that could never be filled.

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