concussions

noun

plural of concussion
1
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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2
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 In recent years, the NFL has implemented rule changes that are designed to reduce concussions on the field, and introduced more protective equipment, including Guardian Caps. — News Editor, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026 His foundation focuses on understanding, preventing and treating concussions, traumatic brain injuries and related conditions. — Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026 Although safety precautions for drivers have vastly improved since the heyday of Lorenzen and Waltrip, concussions and the prospect of CTE remain a constant fear within the sport. — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026 Busch retired after concussions kept him out of the racecar in 2022. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 20 Oct. 2026 New research suggests concussions can quietly shut down the brain’s control over testosterone, and the hormonal fallout often goes undiagnosed long after the headaches fade. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026 Men with low testosterone after a head injury often report lack of energy, fatigue, low libido or brain fog, Lockette said, and sports concussions are frequently overlooked as a cause. — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2026 Other possible injuries include concussions and damage to brain tissue caused by rapid movement within the skull. — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2026 That is important because 60% of concussions in flag football result from head-to-ground falls, Arzoni said. — Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 8 Oct. 2026
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  1. collisions
  2. crashes
  3. impacts
  4. wrecks
Noun
  • The company's latest systems use radar, cameras, and increasingly sophisticated software to help truck drivers identify hazards, avoid collisions, and respond when someone does something unexpected.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Some studies also suggest moving commuting times nearer to dusk in the fall increases the risk of vehicle collisions with deer and other wildlife, which are more active around sunset.
    — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of collisions
Noun
  • That said, unexpected bugs or app crashes don’t always mean someone’s using your PC without your knowledge.
    — Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The records show that for nearly three years now, Florida’s highways have been racing with troopers’ black-and-tan patrol cars chasing drivers, even for non-violent offenses, leaving a trail of severe crashes, injuries and deaths.
    — Brittany Wallman, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of crashes
Noun
  • Still, the latest forecasts can help provide a roadmap for cities to prepare for potential impacts and allocate resources.
    — Ava Berger, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026
  • All of them got here by giant impacts that have pelted Mars for eons, occasionally blasting bits of the planet into space, some of which by chance fall to Earth.
    — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of impacts
Noun
  • City living wrecks sleep, and noise masking is one of the cheapest fixes going.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Many of these wrecks have been undiscovered for decades, with commercial access only being granted recently.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of wrecks

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“Concussions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concussions. Accessed 5 Nov. 2026.

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