deceased

Example Sentences

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The filings in Los Angeles County Superior Court show Cal/OSHA began its investigation into the working conditions and training provided to the deceased detectives three days after the explosion.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

More challenging was the emotional toll of removing the deceased previous owner’s things.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

"Their bravery, their sacrifice and their names will not be forgotten," Springsteen said about the two deceased Americans.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

There are complaints NS&I withheld Premium Bond prizes from the families of deceased savers, with some reporting the bank delayed payments and lost track of investments.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

For a moment Horace stood with his hands linked across his belly and debated silently the merits of opening the deceased man’s chest so as to get at the evidence in the heart and lungs.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson