perished
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Notably, neither scavengers nor flies that fed on the supposedly poisoned carcasses have perished -- creatures that typically succumb after consuming poisoned animals.
From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026
The animals did not die immediately, but they perished within several days.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 5, 2026
But the hard truths of human nature bring us closer to the people who perished in Pompeii.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
He also stood at the "Door of Europe" memorial for those who had perished attempting the crossing and spoke to a migrant family.
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
Only now did it become clear that Citra was all but ordained the moment Goddard and his disciples perished in the fire.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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