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fatal

[feyt-l] / ˈfeɪt l /




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"Do not use this pill under any circumstance," the institute said in its warning, cautioning that the drug could cause "overheating with potentially fatal consequences".

From BBC Aug. 29, 2026

An attorney for the family noted that Garcia-Alamilla, the officer who fired the fatal shot, is no longer with the department.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 28, 2026

Extreme heat can kill through heatstroke but mostly proves fatal when combined with existing conditions such as cardiovascular, lung or kidney diseases.

From Barron's Aug. 27, 2026

A lawsuit involving the fatal incident went to trial in June, and a jury awarded $603 million to Byassee’s family.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 27, 2026

A blow like that, while not fatal, certainly distracted the troll from its intended victim.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer




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