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euthanasia

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


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We've also spoken to vets and animal charities worried that more pet owners are turning to euthanasia for their animals as bills rise well above inflation.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Dychtwald also expects that active and passive euthanasia might become openly discussed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Rana's case had sparked a debate in India around the ethics of court-approved passive euthanasia, with some noting that it goes against the principle of self-determination, which is the foundation of a living will.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Kang said she is not a volunteer but often visits the West L.A. and South L.A. shelters to take videos of dogs slated for euthanasia and post them on social media.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

Vet number two tested her blood and phoned me a few days later suggesting I consider euthanasia.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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