declared
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According to a report from Greenville, S.C., police, Zach was “very emotional” as paramedics attempted to revive Panettiere, and Brian “did not become emotional” until paramedics declared that she was dead.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2026
According to a report from Greenville, S.C., police, Zach was “very emotional” as paramedics attempted to revive Panettiere, and Brian “did not become emotional until EMS declared her officially deceased.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
Close to 2,500 people have now died in this outbreak, which was declared three months ago.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
"A team of qualified doctors, including an ophthalmologist, a cardiologist and a physician, conducted a detailed examination of him and declared him medically fit," Tarar said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
“I think I’ll do that,” Aunt Pretty declared.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
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