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abortion

[uh-bawr-shuhn] / əˈbɔr ʃən /
NOUN
termination of pregnancy
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NOUN
unsuccessful attempt
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Richard Glynn, the GOP county chair in Murphy’s district, had previously supported Murphy’s abortion bill.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Holmes has been silent on abortion and didn’t respond to ProPublica’s requests for an interview.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Robert Kenyon has faced criticism over previous online comments about various issues, including his position on Brexit, abortion and Ukraine.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Giribala Singh has denied the allegations – she says that it was Twisha who insisted on the abortion saying that she did not want children.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Kat’s older sister, Becka, who didn’t live with them anymore, got pregnant and had an abortion.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti




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