Pronunciation: [kəlˈa͡ɪdɪŋ wɪð] (IPA) 
The phrase "colliding with" is pronounced /kəˈlaɪdɪŋ wɪθ/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "col-" is pronounced with a short "o" sound, followed by a stressed second syllable "-liding" with a long "i" sound. The final syllable "-ing" is pronounced with a short "i" and a nasal "ng" sound. The word is spelled with double "l" and a single "d" after the "l" because of its origin from the Latin word "collidere".
Colliding with refers to the act or process of coming into contact with or striking an object or person forcefully, often unintentionally. The term implies a sudden and forceful impact resulting from two or more entities coming together in a violent or forceful manner.
In a physical sense, colliding with typically describes a situation where objects or bodies make contact in a manner that causes damage, disruption, or displacement. It can occur between stationary or moving objects, and can be the result of various forces or factors, such as velocity, momentum, or external influences. The collision can be accidental or deliberate, and the intensity of the impact can vary depending on the size, speed, or strength of the entities involved.
Apart from the physical realm, the phrase can also be used metaphorically to describe conflicts or clashes between different ideas, interests, or individuals. In this context, colliding with refers to a disagreement or collision of opposing views or beliefs, resulting in a clash of opinions, interests, or objectives. It exemplifies a situation where different entities come into direct opposition, leading to potential discord or even heated confrontation.
Overall, colliding with signifies a forceful interaction or encounter between two or more entities, whether physical or metaphorical, and implies a potentially impactful or disruptive outcome.
The word "colliding" is derived from the Latin word "collidere", which is a combination of the preposition "com" (meaning "together" or "with") and the verb "laedere" (meaning "to strike" or "to dash"). Over time, the Latin word evolved into "collide" in English, keeping its essential meaning of two objects hitting or striking each other forcefully. "With" is a preposition that originated from Old English and typically expresses association, accompaniment, or proximity. When used together, "colliding with" indicates the act of two objects coming into forceful contact or impact.
