fatal
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According to Natural England causes for the decline include the introduction of grey squirrels from the USA and Canada from 1876 spreading the squirrelpox virus, which is fatal to the red squirrels only.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
“We did find an increase in fatal crashes at signalized intersections in these cities after the cameras were turned off.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
Now powered by extensive charging and battery-swapping infrastructure, the cost structures clearly favour electric models, experts say, in a potentially fatal blow for conventional diesel rigs.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
It will be his first appearance in the ring since he survived a fatal car crash in Nigeria in December.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
“Not a fatal illness, you understand,” Arthur said gravely.
From "The Haunting of Hill House" by Shirley Jackson
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