accident
noun
an undesirable or unfortunate happening that occurs unintentionally and usually results in harm, injury, damage, or loss; casualty; mishap.
accidents
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pluralof accident.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The death at Six Flags Over Georgia is at least the seventh there, according to the Doan Law Firm, which tracks amusement park accidents and represents victims.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
Authorities are investigating multiple vehicle accidents in Oxnard and Simi Valley involving ICE agents.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
He has encountered numerous mothers coping with the sudden death of their partner from causes such as shootings, car accidents and other unexpected events.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026
Plant officials say stringent safety measures have been followed and lessons from previous nuclear accidents were incorporated into the project.
From Barron's ● Oct. 7, 2026
It was inclined to rely on a series of accidents to achieve its object It was patient, and did not think.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
