injuries

NOUN

hurt, harm

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abuse bruise burn cramp cut damage fracture laceration loss scar shock sore sprain suffering swelling trauma wound

STRONG

abrasion affliction affront agony bad bite blemish boo-boo chop deformation detriment discomfiture disservice distress evil gash grievance hemorrhage ill impairment indignity injustice insult lesion libel mischief misery mutilation nick outrage pang ruin scratch slander stab sting twinge wrong

WEAK

ouch

Antonyms

STRONGEST

praise

STRONG

advantage benefit blessing cheer comfort compliment delight flattery goodness happiness health joy kindness morality pleasure profit virtue

WEAK

aid assistance favor good right

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injuries

The Chargers have consistently endured devastating injuries over the years.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

It helps younger people and athletes optimize athletic performance, prevent sports-related injuries and stay fit.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

No injuries were reported from that quake, possibly because there were fewer people in the streets at that hour, although damage was reported in some buildings.

From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026

The Met said a man was taken to hospital, where his injuries were assessed as neither life-threatening nor life-changing.

From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026

The pus channel and blood infection were not the result of these injuries.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow