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euthanasia

[yoo-thuh-ney-zhuh, -zhee-uh, -zee-uh] / ˌyu θəˈneɪ ʒə, -ʒi ə, -zi ə /


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We've also spoken to vets and animal charities worried that more pet owners are turning to euthanasia for their animals as bills rise well above inflation.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Among the challenges Amster will face are a rising euthanasia rate.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Dychtwald also expects that active and passive euthanasia might become openly discussed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

This is the first instance of court-approved passive euthanasia - the act of withdrawing or withholding life-sustaining treatment - in India.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

“Even the agreement for euthanasia if final decision on such a step is necessary.”

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury




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