near-death experience
noun
: an occurrence in which a person comes very close to dying and has memories of a spiritual experience (such as meeting dead friends and family members or seeing a white light) during the time when death was near
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While discussing her character’s near-death experience in the finale, the actress teased what fans can expect from the show and its beloved characters moving forward.
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Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
The show centers around Cohen’s near-death experience of suffering a stroke at age 30 caused by a hole in her heart.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
After a near-death experience, McIver’s character is suddenly able to see the ghosts that inhabit the house.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
That led to a treacherous trek to Germany, which became a near-death experience.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
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Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
The show centers around Cohen’s near-death experience of suffering a stroke at age 30 caused by a hole in her heart.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
After a near-death experience, McIver’s character is suddenly able to see the ghosts that inhabit the house.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
That led to a treacherous trek to Germany, which became a near-death experience.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Near-death experience.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/near-death%20experience. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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