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as in fatalities
a person or thing harmed, lost, or destroyed
the real casualties in the war against drugs are millions of innocent children
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as in accidents
a chance and usually sudden event bringing loss or injury
casualties at sea that sometimes resulted in great losses of men or even of entire ships
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as in chances
archaic
the uncertain course of events
believes finding one's true love is too important a matter to be left to mere casualty
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Recent Examples of casualties
Those casualties came amid a disappointing season for the once-Super-Bowl-hopeful Jets, who fell to 4-11 with Sunday’s 19-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at MetLife Stadium.
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Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
During the Civil War, Gettysburg and other engagements resulted in a higher percentage of casualties among combatants.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
According to preliminary data, there are no casualties from falling debris.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Among other casualties was Iran’s influence in Syria, painstakingly cultivated through years of costly intervention and unwavering support.
—Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
Moreover, North Korea's shipment of additional weapons may cause further casualties and infrastructure damage in Ukraine, and cause Kyiv to shift tactics in the war going forward in order to combat both Russian and North Korean forces.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
In November, attacks with long range weapons accounted for 42% of civilian casualties, a sharp rise from prior months.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Local authorities have said that there were no casualties although the Shot telegram channel reported that three people were injured, mostly with cuts from broken windows.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
The other two fell in open areas, and there were no reports of casualties.
—Samy Magdy and Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
During the Civil War, Gettysburg and other engagements resulted in a higher percentage of casualties among combatants.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
According to preliminary data, there are no casualties from falling debris.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Among other casualties was Iran’s influence in Syria, painstakingly cultivated through years of costly intervention and unwavering support.
—Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
Moreover, North Korea's shipment of additional weapons may cause further casualties and infrastructure damage in Ukraine, and cause Kyiv to shift tactics in the war going forward in order to combat both Russian and North Korean forces.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
In November, attacks with long range weapons accounted for 42% of civilian casualties, a sharp rise from prior months.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Local authorities have said that there were no casualties although the Shot telegram channel reported that three people were injured, mostly with cuts from broken windows.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
The other two fell in open areas, and there were no reports of casualties.
—Samy Magdy and Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for casualties
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That has never been OK since drinking is associated with traffic fatalities and liver problems.Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 4 Jan. 2025
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The Fullerton Police Department confirmed multiple fatalities and injuries after the aircraft smashed through the building's roof and ignited a fire.Angel Saunders, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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During his tenure, the Federal Railroad Administration audited the railways in the wake of two fatal accidents in 2021 and 2022.Zach Everson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Racing is hard, and accidents happen.Roberto Baldwin, Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024
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The victims were asked to provide bail money in cash so their relative could be released immediately, according to federal authorities.Staff report, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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Relatives of most, but not all the victims, denounced Biden’s Christmas week decision to spare the killers.Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
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The curse of the Grand Slam floater One of these days Naomi Osaka’s luck with Grand Slam draws is going to change, but Thursday was not that day.Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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New research on mice indicates that early life luck can influence adult success, particularly in competitive environments.Brittney Melton, NPR, 9 Jan. 2025
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There are some mitigating circumstances, including the exit of Slot’s predecessor, Jurgen Klopp, in May.Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Older Americans — who’ve worked hard all our lives — shouldn’t be pushed out onto the streets, forced to go without sufficient food or health care due to unfortunate circumstances.Sherlea Dony, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Casualties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casualties. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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