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as in harm
something that causes loss or pain
the collision did a great deal of damage to her car
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as in fine
damages plural
a sum of money to be paid as a punishment
ordered by the court to pay $1000 in damages
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as in compensation
damages plural
payment to another for a loss or injury
the company was forced to pay millions in damages to the permanently disabled worker
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as in cost
the amount of money that is demanded as payment for something
he winced when he saw the damage after the family's shopping spree
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as in to injure
to reduce the soundness, effectiveness, or perfection of
the explosion in the sewers damaged the entire city's water supply
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as in to wound
to cause bodily damage to
his knee was badly damaged in the accident, and he walked with a limp for months
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Recent Examples of damage
Sarah Hudgens, Health, 16 Mar. 2025
Despite the tire damage, Gunn was able to allegedly drive at speeds of up to 68 mph in a 30-mph zone before stopping in an apartment complex parking lot on Fairway Drive and taking off on foot.
—Naperville Sun, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
Compiled By Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 16 Mar. 2025
The championship banners of the United Center’s other sports tenant, NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks, were not damaged during the show.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 15 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Proper treatment can help the liver heal from minor damage, including fibrosis.
—Sarah Hudgens, Health, 16 Mar. 2025
Despite the tire damage, Gunn was able to allegedly drive at speeds of up to 68 mph in a 30-mph zone before stopping in an apartment complex parking lot on Fairway Drive and taking off on foot.
—Naperville Sun, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
Verb
Several vehicles and the dealership building were also damaged by rocks, police said.
—Compiled By Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 16 Mar. 2025
The championship banners of the United Center’s other sports tenant, NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks, were not damaged during the show.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for damage
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In a separate writeup, researchers at security firm Wiz said preliminary analysis of the attack has already established that dozens of tj-actions users have faced real harm in the supply-chain attack.—
Dan Goodin,
Ars Technica,
17 Mar. 2025
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Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm.—
Simone Jasper,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2025
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What Happens Next While federal employees can face firing, demotion and fines of up to $10,000 for violation of the Hatch Act, department secretaries can only be punished by the president.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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In Oklahoma, Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt mentioned the need to create better outcomes through fines and fees reform, plus possibly abolishing debtors prisons.—
Taylor Millard,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
21 Mar. 2025
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As the fire appears to be outside of airlines’ control, flight compensation may not be payable, according to a note issued by Citi on Friday.—
Leslie Josephs,Monica Pitrelli,Lucy Handley,
CNBC,
21 Mar. 2025
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Ensuring competitive compensation, robust leadership development and scalable people operations is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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These outings often came at a significant cost, as presidential golf trips require Air Force One travel, as well as extensive U.S. Secret Service protection and security disruptions in the local area.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
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The economics of building in this city are challenging to say the least, with land and labor costs far higher than in other cities.—
Edward Poteat,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2025
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Officials in Arkansas said Saturday morning that three people died in Independence County and 29 others were injured across eight counties as storms passed through the state overnight.—
Bruce Shipkowski,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
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After leaving he workplace, police said Bell later returned, pulled a gun and shot the man in the torso, seriously injuring him.—
Michael Moore Jr.,
Miami Herald,
15 Mar. 2025
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Syria's news agency Sana reported at least three people wounded in the attack, northwest of the capital Damascus.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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Two people were wounded in the melee, which erupted Saturday, March 8, at a RaceTrac gas station in New Smyrna Beach, police said in a March 10 news release.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2025
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Native, which boasts an online publication as well as a label, reported that there were no deaths but some injuries.—
Mankaprr Conteh,
Rolling Stone,
18 Mar. 2025
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Officials with the Port Authority confirmed to Fox News Digital that there were no injuries or impact on airport operations.—
Stepheny Price,
Fox News,
18 Mar. 2025
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Utah’s Kevin Stenlund then took a high-sticking penalty in Buffalo’s offensive zone.—
Matthew Fairburn,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
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Some credit cards feature penalty interest rates that can even void a 0% financing offer.—
Ashley Donohoe,
Sacramento Bee,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Damage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/damage. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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