1
as in casualty
a chance and usually sudden event bringing loss or injury
was involved in a minor accident on her way home from work
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2
as in luck
the uncertain course of events
you shouldn't leave it to accident to decide where you'll be lodging in the course of your trip across the country
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Recent Examples of accident
Her identification was lost in the aftermath of the accident, which complicated the process.
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Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2025
As part of his origin story, Hazard is disabled after losing an arm and both legs in an accident, leading to the use of high-tech prosthetic limbs.
—Ryan Easby, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2025
Another man had to be extricated from the vehicle and died at the accident scene, according to police.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2025
Proper planning helps prevent accidents, medical emergencies, and conflicts in densely populated spaces.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
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Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2025
As part of his origin story, Hazard is disabled after losing an arm and both legs in an accident, leading to the use of high-tech prosthetic limbs.
—Ryan Easby, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2025
Another man had to be extricated from the vehicle and died at the accident scene, according to police.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2025
Proper planning helps prevent accidents, medical emergencies, and conflicts in densely populated spaces.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accident
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Orenburg Governor Yevgeny Solntsev said that drones tried to target an airfield, but there were no casualties or destruction.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Authorities are continuing to search through the rubble at the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, which saw mass casualties and injuries after its roof collapsed during an event in the early hours of Tuesday, April 8.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
8 Apr. 2025
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In a state with a significant shortage of primary care providers, that meant many low-income residents who use Planned Parenthood for their health care would be out of luck.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
2 Apr. 2025
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Such as participating in games that required social skills mixed in with ingenuity, sprinkled with a dose of luck.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2025
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Last month, the EU Commission urged its 450 million citizens to stockpile enough food, water and essentials for 72 hours in the event of emergencies like cyberattacks, climate disasters, disease and also geopolitical conflicts.—
Vivian Song,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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The disaster led to passage of the Federal Coal Mine and Safety Act, which in turn added the miners' surveillance program under the respiratory health division at NIOSH.—
Yuki Noguchi,
NPR,
9 Apr. 2025
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There’s a slight chance Michael could still boogie down the road toward the end of this year for awards season; that isn’t out of the question.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
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Key Takeaways Understanding local bird species' nesting habits improves your chances of attracting them to your birdhouse.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2025
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Although Obama’s circumstances as wife to a president are certainly extraordinary, her comments immediately resonated with women across the country because of their universality.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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While there may be some benefits, health effects will vary depending on individual circumstances and how the diet is followed.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2025
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Dennis Mitchell was an only child whose helpful intentions often ended in mishap.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
7 Apr. 2025
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While others speculate that a palm injury from a Christmas dinner mishap might be to blame, limiting his practice time.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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The Room Next Door shares the same theme, allowing director Pedro Almodóvar to address Covid-era tragedy, much as directing team Scott McGehee and David Siegel do in The Friend.—
Armond White,
National Review,
2 Apr. 2025
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Kilmer’s passion for performing was fostered early — during an active, adventurous childhood in Chatsworth, Calif., making homemade films and plays alongside his brothers Mark and Wesley — and also shaped by tragedy.—
Kara Warner,
People.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Accident.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accident. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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