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accident

[ak-si-duhnt] / ˈæk sɪ dənt /




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The post describes Cooper as an ambulance chaser who preys on people who have just gone through a horrific accident so she can get the exclusive.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

But every once in a while, we get a little wink, an ounce of good luck, an unearned gift, a happy accident, and this recipe falls in that category.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

It all started with his first public car accident.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

"I am heartbroken over the recent boat accident in unpredictable seas and high winds that caused by beloved Lynette to fall from our small dinghy near Elbow Cay in the Bahamas," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

But then if it was an accident, why would the culprit duck into the doorway, instead of just apologizing?

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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