1. an instance of one moving object or person striking violently against another
2. a strong disagreement or conflict between opposing ideas, interests, or people
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The collision between the two cars caused significant damage.
• Air traffic controllers work to prevent mid-air collisions.
• The ship sank after a collision with an iceberg.
• There was a collision of opinions during the heated debate.
• The collision course between the rival companies led to a price war.
• Emergency crews responded quickly to the train collision.
• The collision of cultures created both tension and innovation.