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postmortem

[pohst-mawr-tuhm] / poʊstˈmɔr təm /
ADJECTIVE
following death
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NOUN
analysis after death
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The researchers examined postmortem samples from the prefrontal cortex, an area at the front of the brain.

From Science Daily Sep. 13, 2026

In the immediate aftermath of the repeal of the proposed legislation, this academic postmortem, published in the monthly peer-reviewed journal Health Affairs, speculated that the MCCA’s failure was, indeed, partly due to financial reasons.

From MarketWatch Aug. 18, 2026

The Journal also reviewed postmortem examination reports of a dozen Palestinians who died during detention since the start of the 2023 Gaza war.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

Neville noted that in addition to their annual report, a postmortem survey tracks “how happy people are,” and if they feel the cost was worth it.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 10, 2026

The formal identification came last night, the postmortem is today.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins




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