final cause

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The leading pathologist said the final cause of death was "not clear" due to the numerous injuries that could have led to Alfie's death.

From BBC • Oct. 4, 2023

The next day, Mr. Ketler’s body was taken to the city’s morgue, where the final cause of death was established.

From New York Times • Jul. 3, 2022

Each final cause leads to another, until we get to the first cause or prime mover.

From Textbooks • Jun. 15, 2022

"The final cause and manner of death will be determined based on the outcome of the autopsy," the release added.

From Fox News • Jul. 5, 2021

“I’m saying it’s possible as an idea, even necessary as an idea, a final cause in the whole structure of causation.”

From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien