final cause
Example Sentences
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Scientists will determine the final cause of death based on pending lab results.
From Seattle Times
The next day, Mr. Ketler’s body was taken to the city’s morgue, where the final cause of death was established.
From New York Times
"Coroner Russell's final cause of death was determined to be Asphyxiation by Hanging and the Manner was determined to be suicide," the release states.
From Fox News
"The final cause and manner of death will be determined based on the outcome of the autopsy," the release added.
From Fox News
A spokeswoman for Catalonia’s Justice Department said the death appeared to be suicide but the final cause would be determined by the autopsy.
From Reuters
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