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collisions
noun(col-li-sion)
(physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together
Synonyms: hit,
Examples:
The collision of the particles resulted in an exchange of energy and a change of direction.
collisions
noun(col-li-sion)
a conflict of opposed ideas or attitudes or goals
Examples:
A collision of interests.
collisions
noun(col-li-sion)
an accident resulting from violent impact of a moving object
Examples:
Three passengers were killed in the collision.
The collision of the two ships resulted in a serious oil spill.

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