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suicide

[soo-uh-sahyd] / ˈsu əˌsaɪd /


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In 2021, Japan appointed a minister to tackle social isolation and rising rates of suicide.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 19, 2026

"It's so impressive and important when people can talk about their own lived experience and particularly when people can recognise the difference that talking makes when it comes to suicide and suicide prevention," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

If you have been affected by feelings of suicide or despair, you can contact the BBC's Action Line.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Haig, 50, who survived addiction and a suicide attempt in his 20s, says second chances are central to his writing for a simple reason: “Because I had one.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The angle of the shot, along with the fact that there was no gun present, ruled out suicide.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann



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