fatalities

plural of fatality
as in casualties
a person or thing harmed, lost, or destroyed the grim reminder that every holiday weekend inevitably results in a slew of highway fatalities

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Recent Examples of fatalities In June, a New York Times investigation documented the way their taller hoods and larger blind zones contributed to rising fatalities. Paula Span, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026 The Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division is investigating as part of its standard protocol involving soldier fatalities. Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Sep. 2026 John’s hacking skills prove useful, as does the T-800’s extensive firepower—although per John’s instructions, there are zero human fatalities. ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026 Miraculously, the plane with its 171 passengers was able to land with no fatalities. Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Two people who were not vaccinated against measles died of the disease in Pennsylvania, public health officials said on Tuesday—these are the first measles fatalities in the state in 35 years. Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 25 Aug. 2026 The group said that its research showed 34 fatalities since the pass opened in 1969. Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 25 Aug. 2026 But nationally, fatalities in this age group tend to follow premature birth or profound congenital disorders. Audrey Dutton, ProPublica, 25 Aug. 2026 At this point last year, police had investigated 21 traffic fatalities on city streets. Jason Green, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2026
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Noun
  • The earthquake was felt across much of the country, with authorities continuing to assess the extent of the damage and possible additional casualties.
    Justina Lee, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The Philippines is among the countries most exposed to powerful typhoons, some 20 of which lash the archipelago every year, causing considerable damage and casualties due to floods and landslides.
    ABC News, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026
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  • The brothers previously faced rape and human trafficking charges in Britain in connection to three alleged victims, CPS said.
    Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
  • That year, Juventus were beaten by PSV in the playoff round, while Inter were the victims of an upset at that stage last year against Bodo/Glimt.
    Leon Imber, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

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“Fatalities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fatalities. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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