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

In 2024, another rockfall was reported in Cappadocia, although no deaths or injuries were recorded.

From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026

Even with all those injuries, the Rams looked great against the Raiders.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

Pablo Mejia, 42, escaped with injuries to his head, telling AFP that a last-minute change of seat saved his life.

From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026

Dozens of ambulances rushed to the scene, and a helicopter evacuated those with the most serious injuries.

From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026

“Compared to what we’ve admitted these past few hours, Airman Young, your injuries are superficial. So you’ll consider yourself lucky. And you’ll show some courage worthy of your uniform. Carry on, Nurse Tallis.”

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan

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