
Injury
Physical Harm
Use when referring to physical damage, where body tissues are affected.

The boxer's career was jeopardized after the injury to his hand.
Accident or Violence
Mention 'injury' when a harm comes from accidents or intentional acts like fights.

The victim's injuries were consistent with an assault.
Severity Matters
Can indicate seriousness, ranging from minor cuts to life-threatening harm.

Despite various injuries, none were life-threatening.
Compare with
BruiseContusionCutDamageFractureHarmLesionSprainTraumaWound
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