light casualties

Frequency: 7.011.3 per million words

a small number of people killed or injured

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Examples (10)

  • Our division suffered only light casualties in the attack.
  • The initial reports indicated light casualties from the earthquake.
  • Compared to the enemy, our forces sustained remarkably light casualties.
  • The skirmish resulted in light casualties on both sides.
  • Rescue teams were relieved to find only light casualties after the building collapse.
  • The general's strategy was to win the battle while incurring only light casualties.
  • Thankfully, the train derailment caused only light casualties, mostly minor injuries.
  • The government's official statement reported light casualties following the rebel attack.
  • Despite the storm's intensity, the coastal town experienced surprisingly light casualties.
  • The objective is to achieve our goals with light casualties and minimal damage.