How to Use "Accident" with Example Sentences

accident (n): something that happens by mistake or without plan; unexpected damage

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Used with adjectives:

"She was in a terrible accident."
(terrible, bad, horrible, major, serious, deadly, fatal, minor, auto, traffic, hunting, skiing)

"We found it by pure accident."
(pure, complete, sheer)

Used with verbs:

"We can prevent accidents if we are more careful."
(prevent, avoid)

"How did she survive the accident?"
(survive, live through)

"Lack of sleep caused the accident."
(caused, led to)

"Without proper safety, an accident can occur."
(occur, happen, take place)

"My wife and I met by accident."
(met, found each other, ran into each other)