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Recent Examples of sudden death
Quebrada’s upcoming film tells the story of a married woman, Cecilia, who faces silent grief after her lover’s sudden death, mourning in secret amid normal life.
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Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 15 July 2025
The sudden death of a 54-year-old man who was on tour with Annabelle, said to be the world’s most haunted doll, is being mourned by the paranormal world.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 15 July 2025
It’s been nearly two years since the sudden death of her younger brother Jonah, a devastating blow that kicked off a painful season of life that also included her getting dropped from her label just three months later.
—Rachel Desantis, People.com, 11 July 2025
Following years of reportedly going in and out of rehab to overcome a self-destructive battle with alcoholism, actor Michael Madsen had been making strides in recent months to stay sober, before his sudden death last Thursday at age 67, sources close to the actor said.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 7 July 2025
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Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 15 July 2025
The sudden death of a 54-year-old man who was on tour with Annabelle, said to be the world’s most haunted doll, is being mourned by the paranormal world.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 15 July 2025
It’s been nearly two years since the sudden death of her younger brother Jonah, a devastating blow that kicked off a painful season of life that also included her getting dropped from her label just three months later.
—Rachel Desantis, People.com, 11 July 2025
Following years of reportedly going in and out of rehab to overcome a self-destructive battle with alcoholism, actor Michael Madsen had been making strides in recent months to stay sober, before his sudden death last Thursday at age 67, sources close to the actor said.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sudden death
Noun
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's last poll had Kemp and Ossoff in a dead heat, while Ossoff held a clear lead over other potential Republican contenders.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 July 2025
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In polls released this week, Earle-Sears and former Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger remain locked in a close race, continuing their dead heat of last year.—
Paul Bedard,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
16 Jan. 2025
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Marble dust and runoff from the mining process contaminates waterways and damages the land.—
Meara Sharma,
The Dial,
22 July 2025
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The park’s rules forbid touching the pools or runoff, and swimming or soaking yourself is absolutely forbidden.—
Owen Clarke,
Outside Online,
21 July 2025
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Seven product categories are under the radar: cattle, cocoa, palm oil, rubber, soya, coffee, and wood from deforested regions.—
Simi Thambi,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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With the simple design of suction cups along the bottom of a rubber or synthetic mat, a person can scrub easy, knowing that they are grounded and safe.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
25 July 2025
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The bottom line: There’s a reason that the typical American sports fan still thinks a round-robin upset from 1980 is the most important hockey game ever played.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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Waterbury now faces host Southington, the third team in the round-robin, today at 5 p.m.—
Lori Riley,
Hartford Courant,
13 July 2025
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But Ashe is already halfway up the court, pouncing on the short ball and punching the volley away with ease to clinch the Wimbledon title.—
Matias Grez,
CNN Money,
5 July 2025
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After 54 years of tennis in Linwood, the club served its last volley in May.—
Scott Wartman,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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“Sudden death.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sudden%20death. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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