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euthanasia

[yoo-thuh-ney-zhuh, -zhee-uh, -zee-uh] / ˌyu θəˈneɪ ʒə, -ʒi ə, -zi ə /


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Spain's euthanasia law came into force in 2021.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Canada first legalised euthanasia in 2016 for people with terminal illnesses before expanding it to people with serious and chronic physical conditions, following a court case in the province of Quebec.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

As of Monday, three dogs at the shelter with stress-related concerns were listed for euthanasia, Ramirez said, though she clarified that euthanasia rates had not gone up in recent weeks due to the isolation.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

"Our only options at this point are to either relocate the whales or face the devastating decision of euthanasia," a statement said.

From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025

“Even the agreement for euthanasia if final decision on such a step is necessary.”

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury