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Meaning of the word collision in English

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collision

US /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/
UK /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/
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Noun

1.

an instance of one moving object or person striking violently against another

Example:
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There was a serious collision between two cars on the highway.
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The spacecraft was damaged in a collision with space debris.
Synonym:
crashimpactsmashwreckaccident
2.

a clash of opposing interests or ideas

Example:
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The policy led to a direct collision with public opinion.
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There was a collision of ideas during the debate.
Synonym:
clashconflictconfrontationdisagreementopposition
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Related Word:
head-on collision