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as in crashes
a forceful coming together of two things
the collision of two opposing philosophies regarding the rearing of children
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as in wrecks
the violent coming together of two bodies into destructive contact
a horrendous car collision on the highway
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Recent Examples of collisions
The current number of near-collisions is tough to pin down, as FAA data on drone-aircraft encounters is limited and difficult to verify.
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Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2026
The overcrossing was designed to provide animals with a safer route across the highway while also reducing collisions involving motorists.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
Bald eagles have made a remarkable comeback due to conservation efforts, but still face several threats including lead poisoning, collisions with cars, avian influenza, eating fishing line, and habitat loss.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, demand for blood often rises due to serious injuries from car collisions, all-terrain-vehicle crashes, sports and summer activities.
—Don Sweeney, Idaho Statesman, 11 June 2026
In California, about 1,000 pedestrians die in collisions every year.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
High above the exhibit, on the roof of the architecture center, a microphone now listens for migrating birds—keeping them all safe from collisions is a tall task.
—Noel Brennan, CBS News, 10 June 2026
An analysis of the crash found that the collisions were allegedly caused by Garrison failing to stay on the highway, according to the warrant affidavit.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 June 2026
Concurrently, internal particle collisions try to force the plasma back into a balanced temperature state.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026
Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2026
The overcrossing was designed to provide animals with a safer route across the highway while also reducing collisions involving motorists.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
Bald eagles have made a remarkable comeback due to conservation efforts, but still face several threats including lead poisoning, collisions with cars, avian influenza, eating fishing line, and habitat loss.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, demand for blood often rises due to serious injuries from car collisions, all-terrain-vehicle crashes, sports and summer activities.
—Don Sweeney, Idaho Statesman, 11 June 2026
In California, about 1,000 pedestrians die in collisions every year.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
High above the exhibit, on the roof of the architecture center, a microphone now listens for migrating birds—keeping them all safe from collisions is a tall task.
—Noel Brennan, CBS News, 10 June 2026
An analysis of the crash found that the collisions were allegedly caused by Garrison failing to stay on the highway, according to the warrant affidavit.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 June 2026
Concurrently, internal particle collisions try to force the plasma back into a balanced temperature state.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collisions
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Investigation underway The Kentucky State Police is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding both crashes and the events that led to Suresh entering the roadway.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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The toll lanes would address congestion and crashes, NCDOT said.—
Nicholas Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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Neighbors worried the venue would mean more congestion and wrecks and lower property values.—
Joe Marusak
June 9,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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The impact with Bell's Camry severely deformed the SAFER barrier, which is comprised of steel and foam to absorb energy in wrecks.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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In June 2025, the union representing state engineers sued the Newsom administration alleging that the order violated state labor law by failing to confer with the union over its impacts.—
Kassia Bonesteel,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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The city of Durham enacted a 60-day moratorium in May after residents also cited concerns about environmental impacts.—
Mary Ramsey
Updated June 8,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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Humans are evolutionary accidents from the snake’s perspective — large, unfamiliar mammals that just so happen to react very badly when exposed to their venom, which evolved for a very different purpose.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Preventing electrical accidents is crucial.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
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New York — One of the biggest mysteries of the global economy is why the oil market has remained so calm during one of the greatest supply shocks in history.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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As the shocks from the Middle East crisis get passed on to consumers, inflation is set to rise while growth is expected to slow, further narrowing India’s appeal among global investors.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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The building jolts and is cloaked in blackness.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
22 May 2026
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Edwards’ explosiveness produces randomized jolts of spectacular.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
9 May 2026
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Plates of chi kyufta, lean raw meat kneaded with bulgur, aromatics and spices, sit alongside enough caviar to accommodate bumps the size of golf balls for 450 guests.—
Ani Duzdabanyan,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Parents and beauty enthusiasts alike praise its ability to smooth stubborn bumps and improve skin texture.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
14 June 2026
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Agents yelled from every direction, and the thumps of a news helicopter overhead were deafening.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
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You’ll be thrown around in your seat, which moves in sync with the action, along with thumps in the back, splashes of water, blasts of air, smoke, and flashes of light.—
Benny Har-Even,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2026
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“Collisions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collisions. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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