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electrocution

[ih-lek-truh-kyoo-shuhn] / ɪˌlɛk trəˈkju ʃən /


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Still, threats remain: Rat poison, electrocution on power lines, lead poisoning, West Nile virus and avian flu top the list.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 3, 2026

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

Vance can speak in complete sentences without rambling about sharks or electrocution.

From Salon ● Jul. 31, 2024

An ambulance took the person to a trauma hospital for evaluation since injuries from an electrocution aren’t always immediately visible.

From Seattle Times ● May 16, 2024

Amidst the recriminations and finger-pointing from the doctors, scientists, and prison officials, one might have expected the demise of electrocution technology.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




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