It might be bruised after getting dumped (3)

I believe the answer is:

ego

(Other definitions for ego that I've seen before include "One's self-image" , "(Person's) sense of self-esteem" , "Conscious mind" , "number one" , "Self-esteem or self-importance" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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