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as in collisions
a forceful coming together of two things
the concussion of the two football players sent them both to the ground
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as in crashes
the violent coming together of two bodies into destructive contact
the theory that such a concussion, by a giant asteroid or comet millions of years ago, led to the extinction of the dinosaurs
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Recent Examples of concussions
Kelly missed most of the season due to concussions and has since retired, and Fries was not as impactful as his price tag would suggest.
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Anthony Bettin, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
There, they were treated for cuts, bruises, contusions and concussions, TMZ previously reported.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 8 Apr. 2026
Spelling and the seven children were taken to the hospital via ambulances and treated for cuts, bruises, contusions, concussions and other injuries, according to TMZ, which first reported the incident.
—Meriam Bouarrouj, NBC news, 5 Apr. 2026
After the collision, Spelling and the seven children were transported to the hospital in three separate ambulances and treated for injuries including cuts, bruises, contusions, and concussions.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Apr. 2026
There were 35 concussions on kickoffs in 2025 compared to eight in 2024 mainly because moving the touchback to the 35-yard line resulted in 1,157 more returns.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Skattebo's quarterback, Jaxson Dart, was checked for concussions at least five times throughout the season and even missed two games after being diagnosed with one.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Head injuries — including bleeds, concussions and traumatic brain injuries — and broken bones are common with e-bike patients.
—Nathaniel Percy, Oc Register, 20 Mar. 2026
The risk of serious injury — including concussions — was simply the price of remaining employed.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Anthony Bettin, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
There, they were treated for cuts, bruises, contusions and concussions, TMZ previously reported.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 8 Apr. 2026
Spelling and the seven children were taken to the hospital via ambulances and treated for cuts, bruises, contusions, concussions and other injuries, according to TMZ, which first reported the incident.
—Meriam Bouarrouj, NBC news, 5 Apr. 2026
After the collision, Spelling and the seven children were transported to the hospital in three separate ambulances and treated for injuries including cuts, bruises, contusions, and concussions.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Apr. 2026
There were 35 concussions on kickoffs in 2025 compared to eight in 2024 mainly because moving the touchback to the 35-yard line resulted in 1,157 more returns.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Skattebo's quarterback, Jaxson Dart, was checked for concussions at least five times throughout the season and even missed two games after being diagnosed with one.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Head injuries — including bleeds, concussions and traumatic brain injuries — and broken bones are common with e-bike patients.
—Nathaniel Percy, Oc Register, 20 Mar. 2026
The risk of serious injury — including concussions — was simply the price of remaining employed.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for concussions
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Similar giant elliptical basins exist on Mars and even Pluto, meaning the new modeling approach could help scientists reinterpret collisions across the solar system.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
9 May 2026
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The teen’s death is the latest in a spate of serious collisions involving electric motorcycles and dirt bikes — some of which have led to serious injuries, death or charges for parents who allegedly allowed their minors to illegally ride the speedy devices.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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The constant surveillance added its own form of stress, however—without actually reducing crashes.—
Ellen Cushing,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
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In addition to cleaning up the Colorado National Speedway faster after crashes this season, the new owners are trying to get an average of 5,000 hungry and thirsty fans back in their seats faster.—
Denver Post,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
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Also, women who are pregnant and their fetuses, children, older adults and people living with chronic conditions, especially heart and lung disease, may be physically more susceptible to the health impacts of air pollution than other adults, according to the American Lung Association.—
Natassia Paloma,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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In recent years, the helicopters have drawn more and more complaints about high operating costs and the potential health impacts from noise pollution.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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McNeal’s unit handles patients who are coming out of surgery or have trauma from car wrecks or falls.—
Laura Berrios,
AJC.com,
7 May 2026
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Tesla is recalling over 218,000 vehicles because when drivers reverse, the rearview camera image may lag, potentially causing wrecks and injuries, according to a notice posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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“Concussions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concussions. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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