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fender-benders
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a minor car accident that usually involves small damage to the vehicles
A fender-bender is a minor car accident, usually involving a small collision between vehicles at low speeds. It often results in little damage, mostly to the fenders or bumpers of the cars involved. These accidents are typically not serious and may not cause injuries, but drivers still need to exchange information for insurance purposes and may file claims for repairs. Fender-benders commonly happen in places like parking lots or traffic jams.
- The fender-bender caused a small dent in the car's bumper.
- She exchanged insurance information with the other driver after the fender-bender.
- He was late to work because of a fender-bender on the way.
- They decided not to report the fender-bender since the damage was minimal.
- The police officer took a quick report for the fender-bender.