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as in crash
a forceful coming together of two things
the collision of two opposing philosophies regarding the rearing of children
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as in accident
the violent coming together of two bodies into destructive contact
a horrendous car collision on the highway
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Recent Examples of collision
This was a post-optimistic world where new exciting collisions in biology had blossomed.
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A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 7 May 2025
This week's incident comes just three months after 67 people were killed in a mid-air collision at the same airport on Jan. 29.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 4 May 2025
Purdue University’s official mascot, the Purdue Boilermaker Special, was involved in a fatal collision on the afternoon of April 24, the Tippecanoe County Sheriff's Office said.
—Ron Wilkins, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
The Slate Truck will also aim for a 5-star crash rating, according to a company spokesperson, and will feature active emergency braking, forward collision warning, and as many as eight airbags.
—Abigail Bassett, ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2025
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A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 7 May 2025
This week's incident comes just three months after 67 people were killed in a mid-air collision at the same airport on Jan. 29.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 4 May 2025
Purdue University’s official mascot, the Purdue Boilermaker Special, was involved in a fatal collision on the afternoon of April 24, the Tippecanoe County Sheriff's Office said.
—Ron Wilkins, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025
The Slate Truck will also aim for a 5-star crash rating, according to a company spokesperson, and will feature active emergency braking, forward collision warning, and as many as eight airbags.
—Abigail Bassett, ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for collision
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The crash comes just days before the school’s prom on Saturday.—
Jasmine Mendez,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
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The fatal crash remains under investigation, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.—
Norman Miller,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
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Officer’s actions raise red flags in review Allen’s arrest began with a dirt-bike accident involving his younger brother, Parks, 16, who had spun out of control in a residential neighborhood in Meridian.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
8 May 2025
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In real-world situations, these systems have helped drivers avoid accidents or at least reduce the severity of impacts.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2025
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Saudi Press Agency | Via Reuters The toppling of the Assad regime during a shock offensive by anti-Assad militia groups in December last year stunned the global community and brought about the prospect of a new beginning for the devastated country.—
Natasha Turak,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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The woman, who according to the news outlet was five months pregnant, was treated for shock, while her partner’s face was covered in blood.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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Located in shallow waters near Costa Rica’s Cahuita National Park, the wrecks were long thought to belong to pirate ships, according to local legend.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 May 2025
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The driver was taken into custody and booked on a charge of felony vandalism due to the damage caused in the wreck, the outlet reported.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2025
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If the case is appealed to a circuit court of appeals, that could broaden the impact because circuits span multiple states.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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The trend has raised alarm because visitors from abroad have an important impact on the U.S. economy — especially in California, one of the leading destinations for German tourists.—
Erik Kirschbaum,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2025
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Now, the Red Sox seem to be turning toward Campbell as an option at first base, a move that would open the door for top infield prospect Marcelo Mayer to play second base and perhaps spark a lineup desperately in need of a jolt.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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The particular intersection of communities depicted here (LGBTQ and Muslim), as well as a handful of Sapphic scenes for the ages, gives the drama an undeniable jolt of freshness.—
Jon Frosch,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2025
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My heart thumps, in sync with the pitter-patter of feet on the ground.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Outlook Single Double Triple Homer Texas moved quickly to bring in Pederson after trading Nathaniel Lowe, sacrificing a lot of fielding value but maintaining similar left-handed thump for the lineup.—
Tim Britton,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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The current world No. 5 was also forced to retire in the semifinal of the Australian Open – the first slam of the season – in January with a leg injury.—
Julia Andersen,
CNN Money,
30 Apr. 2025
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There are also 48 challengers in each slam who are vying to be considered as racers for the next GST season.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Collision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collision. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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