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
Giuffre last month was seriously injured in an accident involving a school bus in Western Australia.
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Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2025
The accident happened nearly three weeks after the tragedy at the AXE Ceremonia festival, where two photojournalists lost their lives when a scissor lift, used to place a decorative figure, fell on them due to strong wind gusts.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 24 Apr. 2025
The site was discovered by accident when a scientist was standing in a nearby parking lot and noticed hundreds of birds flying overhead.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025
La Grange Park petitioned IDOT to lower the speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph, submitting crash data July 17, 2024, that showed 12 vehicle accidents, one pedestrian accident and one involving a bicycle between 2017 and 2021 at La Grange Road and Homestead Avenue.
—Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2025
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Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2025
The accident happened nearly three weeks after the tragedy at the AXE Ceremonia festival, where two photojournalists lost their lives when a scissor lift, used to place a decorative figure, fell on them due to strong wind gusts.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 24 Apr. 2025
The site was discovered by accident when a scientist was standing in a nearby parking lot and noticed hundreds of birds flying overhead.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025
La Grange Park petitioned IDOT to lower the speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph, submitting crash data July 17, 2024, that showed 12 vehicle accidents, one pedestrian accident and one involving a bicycle between 2017 and 2021 at La Grange Road and Homestead Avenue.
—Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accident
Noun
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Houthi media said there were dozens of civilian casualties.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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While the department eventually allowed several of the casualty reports to be published, the rest remain unfinished.—
Mark Olalde,
ProPublica,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Those hoping for a significantly cheaper way to buy Gemini Advanced will probably be out of luck.—
Paul Monckton,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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The less credibility those have, the more likely that Putin will be tempted to try his luck with round three.—
The Editors,
National Review,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The march happened after more disasters caused by climate change and pollution impacted the country.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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After severe storms hit the state in mid-March, Sanders applied for disaster relief through FEMA, under what's known as a major disaster declaration.—
Luke Barr,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There is a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11 a.m. Saturday with a high of 80.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Apr. 2025
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The more Hutson figures it out, the better the Canadiens’ chances become of pulling off an upset against the Capitals.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Aside from the Signal scandal, Hegseth is scrambling to deal with the fallout from the recent departure of four senior Pentagon appointees under murky circumstances.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Following Prince’s death, there was a two-year investigation into the circumstances around his untimely passing.—
Alex Gurley,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Uploaded on April 17, the video has captured the attention of TikTok users, many of whom found humor in the mishap.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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Atlanta Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. hinted at a double standard within the clubhouse after a certain mishap by a teammate led to no reprimand from manager Brian Snitker.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Holland was attempting a routine landing when the tragedy occurred, and was not performing any stunts, Boggs said.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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While King's career has been fruitful, she's also experienced tragedy in her personal life.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Accident.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accident. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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