impingement

noun

Definition of impingementnext
as in collision
a forceful coming together of two things the impingement of the hailstones on the metal roof was making quite a racket

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  1. collision
  2. impact
  3. shock
Noun
  • Spoofing these systems to report incorrect location data could affect aircraft in flight—increasing the risk of collisions, forcing crews to execute additional maneuvers and generating false alarms.
    Eric Updyke, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Miraculously, only one member of the Hooligan Navy was killed while serving, during a collision with a Dutch freighter.
    David Wolman, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of collision
Noun
  • Parlour criticises Germany’s defensive line, expresses incredulity at Italy switching sides at half-time and praises the impact of super-sub Americans?
    Tim Spiers, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Ashley is a senior policy reporter for Ars Technica, dedicated to tracking social impacts of emerging policies and new technologies.
    Ashley Belanger, Ars Technica, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of impact
Noun
  • But none of this was a shock given the provenance, quality, and looks of this Bugatti.
    Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2025
  • In one of the biggest shocks in UFC history, Holm dominated Rousey in the opening round of their bout at the Etihad Stadium, then spectacularly knocked her out with a head kick early in the second round to capture the title and become a two-sport world champion.
    John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of shock
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