electrocution
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At four years old, she was killed by electrocution, an all too common cause of death for large birds of prey.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 11, 2025
According to a 2014 analysis of bird deaths across the U.S., electrocution on power lines is a significant cause of bird mortality.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 26, 2025
Across the bench, Justice Vivek Agarwal reminded her, "The doctor who conducted the post-mortem said there were clear signs of electrocution."
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2025
Vance can speak in complete sentences without rambling about sharks or electrocution.
From Salon ● Jul. 31, 2024
Supreme Court, where it was argued that electrocution would constitute “cruel and unusual punishment.”
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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