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concussion

[kuhn-kuhsh-uhn] / kənˈkʌʃ ən /


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One Reddit user, who had been ordering groceries while caring for a partner with a concussion, described receiving three bags of parsley after three separate attempts to purchase cilantro.

From Salon ● Oct. 25, 2026

That concern would be heightened if tests confirm Martinez suffered a concussion, with Premier League protocols typically requiring a minimum 14-day return-to-play process.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was taken to hospital for "precautionary tests" after suffering what boss Xabi Alonso said was a concussion during Chelsea's win at Everton on Saturday.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

Then he headed back to barracks, where he sat with the surviving troops and pretended he had suffered a concussion.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026

It’s hard—I have nystagmus, the result of a long-ago concussion.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

He has a facial tic that he blames on his concussions and a limp stemming from back problems.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026

The “why” could be bad luck, better awareness in diagnosing concussions or something else.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 14, 2026

Jones added that several teammates had suffered concussions which "affected their day-to-day lives", with one unable to return to rugby for about six months because of ongoing symptoms.

From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2026

He sustained four concussions in six years, and met with doctors to see if he could continue his football career.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 9, 2026

He told us about Mr. Terupt’s wrestling and concussions and it not being all Peter’s fault.

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea


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