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fatality

[fey-tal-i-tee, fuh-] / feɪˈtæl ɪ ti, fə- /


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As of 30 July, there were 3,605 confirmed cases including 1,587 deaths - a fatality rate of 44%.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

Only “appropriate authorities” can confirm a fatality after coordinating with the communications office and notifying the decedent’s next of kin, the Post reported, citing the memo.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 25, 2026

According to the latest official figures, more than 1,000 cases have been recorded, including 267 deaths, representing a fatality rate of around 25 percent.

From Barron's Jun. 24, 2026

The current outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo involves Bundibugyo ebolavirus, which has a reported fatality rate of 30% to 50%.

From Science Daily Jun. 22, 2026

Yes, that was ever the hour of fatality at Thornfield.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë

One of Broad Peak's deadliest years was 2013, when at least six fatalities were recorded.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

President Donald Trump warned Iran it would pay "many times over" for every US soldier it killed after Washington announced over the weekend three new military fatalities and one service member missing in action.

From Barron's Jul. 20, 2026

Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for approximately 19.8 million fatalities in 2022 alone.

From Science Daily Jul. 19, 2026

In addition to the fatalities, four people were injured in the crash.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2026

There are no official reports as yet of injuries or fatalities.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee




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