Pronunciation: /hæv ən ˈæksɪdənt/
noun accident - an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury
A1 I saw a car have an accident on the highway.
A2 She was late to work because she had an accident on her way.
B1 The insurance company covered the costs of the car that had an accident.
B2 The driver was found at fault for causing the accident.
C1 The investigation revealed that the accident was caused by a mechanical failure.
C2 The legal team worked tirelessly to prove the innocence of the driver involved in the accident.
verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being
A1 I hope I don't HAVE AN ACCIDENT on my way to work.
A2 She HAS AN ACCIDENT last week and broke her arm.
B1 If you don't pay attention while driving, you could HAVE AN ACCIDENT.
B2 The driver HAD AN ACCIDENT due to icy road conditions.
C1 Despite his experience, he still managed to HAVE AN ACCIDENT during the race.
C2 The pilot narrowly avoided HAVING AN ACCIDENT when the engine failed mid-flight.
article a word that defines a noun as specific or unspecific
A1 I hope I never have an accident while riding my bike.
A2 She had an accident on the way to work and was late.
B1 Drivers should always be cautious to avoid having an accident.
B2 The insurance company covered the expenses after he had an accident.
C1 Having an accident can be a traumatic experience for anyone involved.
C2 After having an accident, he decided to take extra precautions when driving.
formal It is important to drive carefully to avoid having an accident.
informal Hey, make sure you watch the road so you don't have an accident.
slang Dude, you need to chill out while driving or you might have an accident.
figurative If you keep ignoring the warning signs, you're going to have an accident in your relationship.
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