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accidental

[ak-si-den-tl] / ˌæk sɪˈdɛn tl /


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Dowd emphasized that all rattlesnake bites reported in Ventura County this year have been the result of accidental encounters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

"When I saw the footage, it was immediately clear that this was not accidental," Auersperg says.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

After Iran’s accidental downing of Ukrainian Airlines PS752 in 2020, families of those who died have been pressing the International Civil Aviation Organization to set standards restricting flights in conflict zones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

Police said they were investigating whether the hit was deliberate or accidental.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Cora knew that Martin was about to recount his accidental recruitment, which meant extra time outside the nook.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead




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