as in damage
something that causes loss or pain
you were lucky to survive the fire without harm no harm in trying
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1
as in to damage
to cause bodily damage to
though she wasn't harmed by the flying glass, she slipped and fell on a piece and cut her hand
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as in to injure
to reduce the soundness, effectiveness, or perfection of
the company's reputation has been harmed by allegations of crooked accounting
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Recent Examples of harm
Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 16 May 2025
Flame retardants seemed a good way to prevent fires, so without further exploration of their real-world benefits or potential for health harm, cancer-causing flame retardants were added to the foam inside our furniture, baby products, and cars at levels of about 5% of the weight of the foam.
—Arlene Blum, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 16 May 2025
That raises the possibility of someone intentionally harming the birds, and the Contra Costa County sheriff’s department has been notified.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA Today, 16 May 2025
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Noun
Brown was charged with grievous bodily harm with intent following an investigation by the Metropolitan Police of London.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 16 May 2025
Flame retardants seemed a good way to prevent fires, so without further exploration of their real-world benefits or potential for health harm, cancer-causing flame retardants were added to the foam inside our furniture, baby products, and cars at levels of about 5% of the weight of the foam.
—Arlene Blum, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Verb
The Trump administration has invoked the state secrets privilege in the case, saying disclosure of internal deliberations could harm U.S. foreign policy.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 16 May 2025
That raises the possibility of someone intentionally harming the birds, and the Contra Costa County sheriff’s department has been notified.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA Today, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harm
Noun
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Hijazi successfully sued for libel in London's High Court in July 2021 and was awarded £100,000 ($130,000) in damages and his court costs.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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It is also associated with inflammation and damage in the nervous system, according to a 2024 study.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2025
Verb
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At least 12 people were killed and dozens injured in the attacks.—
Jackie Northam,
NPR,
26 May 2025
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Several people were injured in a boat crash in the Hamptons on Sunday night, and the boat’s captain was arrested for boating under the influence, police said.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
26 May 2025
Verb
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The Mavericks had a season marred by injuries and executed a trade that not only shocked the NBA but also enraged fans.—
Jason Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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Finding an innovative, sustainable path to parity—without triggering the kind of prolonged labor disputes that have marred the sport’s past—will do far more for the game than any piece of equipment ever could.—
John Cairney,
Sportico.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The extent of any injuries was not immediately clear.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
18 May 2025
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In total, 26 people died, 516 sustained injuries and 587 would receive compensation.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
Verb
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Manu diving can hurt The researchers caution that the manu maneuver is not only difficult but can be risky and painful.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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On multiple occasions, team officials have noted how none of the seven pitchers who have gotten hurt since the end of spring camp suffered relatively serious injuries.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Police officials on Friday morning announced investigators had made an arrest in connection with a shooting last month during UC Davis’ Picnic Day events at a neighborhood park, where three people were wounded by gunfire after suspects opened fire and large crowds scattered.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
23 May 2025
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On June 4, 1982, Israeli Ambassador to the UK, Shlomo Argov, was seriously wounded after he was shot in the head when leaving a diplomatic event in the center of London.—
Caitlin McFall,
FOXNews.com,
22 May 2025
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“Harm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harm. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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