loss of life

NOUN

death

Synonyms

STRONGEST

decease demise dying expiration passing

STRONG

cessation curtains end euthanasia extermination extinction finis finish necrosis oblivion quietus release repose termination

WEAK

afterlife dissolution eternal rest eternal sleep final rest final sleep grave grim reaper heaven mort mortality paradise passing over silence tomb

Antonyms

STRONGEST

beginning birth nativity

STRONG

creation existence genesis life origination start

WEAK

being

Example Sentences

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Kaufman stressed: "The defence does not disrespect the soul of any deceased person, nor does it make light of the loss of life."

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Vizsla President Michael Konnert said the company was "devastated by this outcome and the tragic loss of life."

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

"We are devastated by this outcome and the tragic loss of life," Vizsla president and CEO Michael Konnert said.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

“The loss of life and the serious injuries suffered by these young athletes and those traveling with them is devastating,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

Along with the unparalleled loss of life, that is what vanished when smallpox came ashore.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

loss of life

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