Pronunciation: /ˈæk.sə.dənt/
noun An unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury
A1 She had an accident on her way to school.
A2 The car accident caused a lot of damage.
B1 The investigation revealed that the accident was caused by a faulty brake system.
B2 The insurance company covered the cost of repairs after the accident.
C1 The accident could have been avoided if proper safety measures were in place.
C2 The accident investigation team determined that human error was the primary cause of the crash.
formal The investigation concluded that the car crash was indeed an accident.
informal I heard that the whole thing was just a big accident.
slang It was a total fluke, just an accident waiting to happen.
figurative Her slip of the tongue was an accident that caused quite a stir.
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