Definition of car crash

car crashnoun

tai nạn xe hơi

/ˈkɑː kræʃ//ˈkɑːr kræʃ/

The phrase "car crash" is a modern-day term used to describe a serious vehicle collision. It originated in the 1920s when cars first became a common mode of transportation. The term "car crash" emerged as a more descriptive and exact phrase to replace earlier less specific expressions such as "automobile accident" or "motorcar mishap." Initially, the term "car crash" was not widely used until the 1950s when the popularity of cars increased significantly, leading to a rise in road accidents. The phrase gained popularity after the release of a series of television shows and movies in the mid-1950s that focused on car crashes, creating increased public awareness and interest in the phenomenon. The term "car crash" became so popular that it is now an integral part of modern-day language and culture. It has become a commonly used expression in both everyday speech and the media, particularly in news and journalism. Moreover, the term "car crash" has been incorporated into popular culture, with many books, movies, and TV shows focusing on car crashes. These media portrayals of car crashes often sensationalize the events, showcasing the horrific consequences of disregarding safety practices or driving under the influence. Therefore, the term "car crash" is not only a utility phrase but an integral part of popular culture and modern-day language that is deeply rooted in the evolution of cars and road safety concerns.

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an accident in which a car hits something, for example another vehicle, usually causing damage and often killing or injuring the passengers

một vụ tai nạn trong đó một chiếc xe đâm vào một vật gì đó, ví dụ như một chiếc xe khác, thường gây ra thiệt hại và thường giết chết hoặc làm bị thương hành khách

a very unsuccessful event or situation that people often find interesting

một sự kiện hoặc tình huống rất không thành công mà mọi người thường thấy thú vị

Example:
  • Her life is turning into a car crash.

    Cuộc sống của cô đang biến thành một vụ tai nạn xe hơi.

  • The whole industry is a car crash—even major investment won’t save it now.

    Toàn bộ ngành công nghiệp đang gặp khủng hoảng - ngay cả khoản đầu tư lớn cũng không thể cứu vãn được lúc này.

  • car-crash television

    truyền hình tai nạn xe hơi

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