1
as in damages
something that causes loss or pain
the harsh words were the worst injury that his father could inflict
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as in injustices
unfair or inadequate treatment of someone or something or an instance of this
the state did the rancher an injury when it destroyed his herd of cattle without adequate proof that it was diseased
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Recent Examples of injuries
The company has received 5,952 reports involving DC-DC converter replacements, but these have resulted in no accidents or injuries.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Apr. 2026
The victim, who has not been identified, suffered severe crushing injuries to his lower limbs after becoming trapped in a lifting system, local fire authorities told Reuters, citing eyewitness accounts.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Thousands of other personnel involved in sports, including coaches, trainers and student employees in athletic departments, can gain insider access to information, such as player injuries, which can prove valuable in betting.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 Apr. 2026
One person was taken to a local hospital with injuries, according to Illinois State Police, who did not specify whether this person was in the truck or the car.
—Kris Habermehl, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
This is the latest shakeup for a struggling Mets lineup that is missing shortstop Francisco Lindor (calf) and Jorge Polanco (wrist/Achilles) due to injuries.
—Peter Sblendorio, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
Four of the victims were treated for minor injuries at Jamaica Hospital.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
Blood donations are essential for surgeries, medical treatments, traumatic injuries, blood disorders and other illnesses.
—Francine Knowles, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
That is largely due to various injuries.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Apr. 2026
The victim, who has not been identified, suffered severe crushing injuries to his lower limbs after becoming trapped in a lifting system, local fire authorities told Reuters, citing eyewitness accounts.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Thousands of other personnel involved in sports, including coaches, trainers and student employees in athletic departments, can gain insider access to information, such as player injuries, which can prove valuable in betting.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 Apr. 2026
One person was taken to a local hospital with injuries, according to Illinois State Police, who did not specify whether this person was in the truck or the car.
—Kris Habermehl, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
This is the latest shakeup for a struggling Mets lineup that is missing shortstop Francisco Lindor (calf) and Jorge Polanco (wrist/Achilles) due to injuries.
—Peter Sblendorio, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
Four of the victims were treated for minor injuries at Jamaica Hospital.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
Blood donations are essential for surgeries, medical treatments, traumatic injuries, blood disorders and other illnesses.
—Francine Knowles, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
That is largely due to various injuries.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for injuries
Noun
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During closing arguments, Lynn Johnson, an attorney for Christine and Christopher Nolte, suggested the jury award $10 million for noneconomic damages and $5 million for economic damages.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2026
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Tom Steyer The Democratic billionaire hedge fund founder who is positioning himself as the climate candidate in the race touted his drive to make oil companies pay for damages from climate change, including rising insurance rates and homes lost to wildfires.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Their views on past systemic injustices.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Churches and religious leaders, particularly Black churches, have historically been leading the cause to mobilize against injustices in this country, Felix points out.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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May 1 marks the first payment of billions to try to address ongoing harms from the overdose crisis.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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When these facilities open, the owners are well aware of the gravely serious harms.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Conversely, these wrongs may very well cause some Americans to lose faith in our political system altogether.—
Gary Franks,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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The runs were crucial for a team that hasn’t been able to score many of them this season, but this game offered a chance to right the wrongs for Scott and setup man Luke Weaver.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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“Injuries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/injuries. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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