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dying

[dahy-ing] / ˈdaɪ ɪŋ /




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The iconic tule elk, some of which were fenced in on the northern part of the peninsula to keep them from competing for grassland with cows, were dying off.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 16, 2026

Instead, we’ve somehow arrived at a version where Gen Z has collectively decided drinking isn’t fun anymore, bars are empty because nobody under 30 leaves the house and nightlife itself is quietly dying.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

Disabled and terminally ill campaigners have written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham urging him to reform social and palliative care before assisted dying legislation is introduced in England and Wales.

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

To be eligible for assisted dying, a patient must be of legal age and a French national or a long-term resident.

From Barron's Aug. 14, 2026

But he was dying to hear Angela’s theory too.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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