Use 'by accident' when something happens without a plan, like running into a friend while shopping.

Unexpected Events

'By accident' implies no blame; it's used when the outcome wasn't on purpose.

No Fault Implied

Sometimes 'by accident' leads to good outcomes, like discoveries or new experiences.

Use 'by accident' when an action causes unintended damage or change, often leading to apologies.

'By accident' indicates a lack of intention, separating accidents from deliberate actions.

When explaining mishaps, 'by accident' shifts focus from the person to the incident itself.