| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Lasting damage from a tough experience, metaphorically | New York Times | 21 May 2026 |
| Proof of past trauma | New York Times | 11 May 2024 |
| Hard-won struggle reminders | ||
| Hard-won struggle reminders | LA Times Daily | 29 Apr 2020 |
| Figurative reminders of past ordeals |