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accident

[ak-si-duhnt] / ˈæk sɪ dənt /




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The first body of an Italian diver, who was a member of the group, was recovered shortly after Thursday's accident near Vaavu atoll.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Shaylee’s cause of death was ruled an accident, and the Los Angeles Police Department dropped its investigation into the incident.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

That Anaia and Racine’s journey is born in flames is no accident.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Investigators initially treated the death as an accident, with early findings suggesting Isak, one of Spain's richest men, may have slipped.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Then, in a slightly strained tone: “Should I be worried that a similar sort of accident may befall me?”

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows




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