1
as in victim
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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2
as in accident
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 luck
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 casualty
Of the total casualties, at least 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic are either confirmed or feared dead.
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David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2025
In the rush to deliver quick wins, a common casualty is the foundational work that ensures long-term success.
—Sarah Edwards, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
There were no immediate reports of casualties from the strikes.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
When Countdown returned after its three-episode premiere week, the task force made up of different law enforcement agencies suffered its first casualty with the shooting death of Department of Homeland Security Officer Damon Drew (Jonathan Togo).
—Demetrius Patterson, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
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David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2025
In the rush to deliver quick wins, a common casualty is the foundational work that ensures long-term success.
—Sarah Edwards, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
There were no immediate reports of casualties from the strikes.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
When Countdown returned after its three-episode premiere week, the task force made up of different law enforcement agencies suffered its first casualty with the shooting death of Department of Homeland Security Officer Damon Drew (Jonathan Togo).
—Demetrius Patterson, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for casualty
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Democratic members of Congress have objected to the wave of settler violence, arguing that U.S. citizens are falling victim.—
Noah Robertson The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
26 July 2025
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Kaylee was hit by unknown object and Xana ‘fought back’ Though investigators are confident a knife was used to kill all four victims, Goncalves was struck in the face by an unknown object and the extent of her struggle with Kohberger is still unknown, Gilbertson said.—
Jean Casarez,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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The accident occurred on July 16 at the Nassau Open MRI in Westbury, New York, according to a press release from the Nassau County Police Department in Long Island.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025
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Proponents argue video footage would provide crucial details for accident investigations, while opponents cite privacy concerns.—
Dan Catchpole,
USA Today,
18 July 2025
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Back in 2020, luck fell the Cowboys' way when wide receiver CeeDee Lamb slid in the draft.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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Final Thoughts: Your Business Buyer Is In Your Network Finding a buyer for your business doesn’t require luck.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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Flooding is the second deadliest weather hazard nationwide, with most fatalities occurring when vehicles are swept away by rising waters.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 July 2025
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Indeed, France’s indiscipline was such that Germany had the best chance to win in normal time from the penalty spot.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
20 July 2025
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Sacramento has a chance to become the first team to win three Las Vegas Summer League championships.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
20 July 2025
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Oster said the sentence justified the circumstances of the killing as well as the evidence presented during the trial.—
Hailey Roden,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
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Treatment for multiple myeloma is individualized based on disease severity and other factors that include age, general health, potential risks, and personal circumstances.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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This, as mentioned, is likely just a hazard of the frozen food industry.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
15 July 2025
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The county announced Sunday that only areas upstream of mile marker 36 and Sandy Creek Park are closed due to hazards from floodwaters.—
Bayliss Wagner,
Austin American Statesman,
14 July 2025
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“Casualty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/casualty. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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