casualty

noun

ˈka-zhəl-tē How to pronounce casualty (audio)
Definition of casualtynext
1
as in victim
a person or thing harmed, lost, or destroyed the real casualties in the war against drugs are millions of innocent children

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2
as in accident
a chance and usually sudden event bringing loss or injury casualties at sea that sometimes resulted in great losses of men or even of entire ships

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3
as in luck
archaic the uncertain course of events believes finding one's true love is too important a matter to be left to mere casualty

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Recent Examples of casualty Fatality figures in China under question Meanwhile in China on Monday, the country's foreign ministry denied reports that officials in Beijing had ignored early warning signs of the disaster or downplayed the details of casualties. — Mamita Bhandari, NPR, 31 Aug. 2026 Jordanian air defenses intercepted all eight, with no casualties, the government said. — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026 That is a tiny number compared to the Iranian casualty toll, which has topped 37,000. — Jonathan Zimmerman, Washington Post, 31 Aug. 2026 Robert is the latest late-August waiver casualty from a noncontending team looking to shed a bit of payroll. — Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for casualty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for casualty
  1. victim
  2. accident
  3. luck
  4. fatality
  5. chance
  6. circumstance
  7. hazard
Noun
  • Four people with wounds were transported to Hennepin Healthcare to be treated for their injuries, where one of the victims died, Parten said Wednesday afternoon.
    — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Prosecutors argued at trial that Shirilla intentionally drove into the building to end her toxic relationship with Russo and that Flanagan was an unintended victim who happened to be in the car.
    — Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of victim
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  • Near-death experiences are frequently triggered by a life-threatening event, such as cardiac arrest, traumatic brain injury or a car accident.
    — Michael Collins, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The Unicorn Gundam wasn’t chosen by accident either; like the Nu Gundam, the Unicorn Gundam is one of the most popular designs in terms of model kit and toy sales.
    — Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of accident
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  • If Dublin has any luck left for underdogs, Belichick could certainly use some.
    — Giovanni Malloy, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Games that involve equal parts strategy and luck are ideal for groups that meet regularly.
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of luck
Noun
  • John’s hacking skills prove useful, as does the T-800’s extensive firepower—although per John’s instructions, there are zero human fatalities.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Days after Pennsylvania health officials reported two measles deaths, a public dispute has emerged about whether other factors played a role in the fatalities.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of fatality
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  • Below, find last-chance deals on summer sandals, fall-ready booties, ultra-cute ballet flats, and more for up to 79 percent off.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The chances of flash flooding within 25 miles of any location in Jefferson and Hardin counties had increased to a moderate risk of 40% to 69%, Jones said.
    — Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of chance
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  • Other complicating factors can include things like child custody, income, housing and other circumstances that can make domestic survivors feel stuck.
    — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Biz2Credit also considers the circumstances, particularly for seasonal businesses or companies seeking financing to smooth out short-term cash flow irregularities.
    — Carson Brunson, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of circumstance
Noun
  • Faux greenery eliminates plant-toxin concerns, but loose pieces can still become choking hazards or cause an intestinal blockage if swallowed.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Several foods, supplements and pet products were recalled in August over concerns ranging from possible salmonella and listeria contamination to undeclared allergens, foreign materials and other potential hazards.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026
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“Casualty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casualty. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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