collision
noun
col·li·sion
kə-ˈli-zhən 
2
: an encounter between particles (such as atoms or molecules) resulting in exchange or transformation of energy
collisionally
adverb
Examples of collision in a Sentence
The car was destroyed in the collision.
the collision of two opposing philosophies regarding the rearing of children
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Winnipeg Jets defenseman Haydn Fleury was stretchered off the ice after a collision with the boards during the first period of Tuesday night’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights.
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Jesse Granger, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
The victim, who still hasn't been identified by authorities, was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment on severe injuries suffered in the collision.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026
The collision occurred near the Andamooka Township, authorities revealed in the release.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
The collision must have been caused by drugs or alcohol, and only immediate family members of the deceased can apply.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 6 Jan. 2026
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“Collision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/collision. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
Kids Definition
collision
noun
col·li·sion
kə-ˈlizh-ən
: an act or instance of colliding
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