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autopsy

[aw-top-see, aw-tuhp-] / ˈɔ tɒp si, ˈɔ təp- /
NOUN
examination of dead body
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Ronald's autopsy took place four days later, before his funeral was held on 24 September.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

Alfredo Muñoz initially said he tripped over a baby gate while holding Tilly, according to an autopsy report from the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

The medical examiner’s office said the Los Angeles Police Department obtained a court order blocking the autopsy results from being publicly released.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

Then, prosecutors could rely on autopsy evidence, or even a woman’s dying words.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2026

To be absolutely certain the body was Booth’s, Stanton ordered an inquest and autopsy.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson




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