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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
What are the rules around concussions?
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Paul Taylor, New York Times, 6 May 2026
Was getting concussions once a week.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 4 May 2026
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.
—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
Paul Taylor, New York Times, 6 May 2026
Was getting concussions once a week.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 4 May 2026
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.
—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
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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But the surge has been shadowed by a spate of deadly crashes.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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Felix Rosenqvist was involved in one of the scarier crashes of the day.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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This study is a good start for establishing risk analysis for ozone, says Qiu, but there's still a long way to go before researchers fully grasp the health impacts of wildfire smoke.—
Joanna Thompson,
Space.com,
12 May 2026
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Conducted as the war in Iran was breaking out and logistical constraints began to arise from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the survey revealed that 61 percent of executives believe the impacts of heightened duties are still the most difficult factor to manage in today’s business climate.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
12 May 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 13 May. 2026.
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