coroner

noun

Definition of coronernext
as in pathologist

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Recent Examples of coroner Prosecutors expect to call 10 witnesses, including members of the police department and coroner's office. — Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026 An early investigation into the fire found that the victim — who was blind — was inside his apartment when the oven was inadvertently turned on, according to the coroner’s office. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026 The toxicology report back at the coroner’s lab indicates an overdose. — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 17 July 2026 The coroner’s bureau said it was determined May 13 that the manner of death was suicide with the cause being a gunshot wound to the head. — Harry Harris, Mercury News, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for coroner
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coroner
  1. pathologist
  2. doctor
  3. physician
  4. doc
  5. medical examiner
  6. medic
Noun
  • An independent pathologist described Nolan Wells’ manner of death as undetermined pending further investigation, a preliminary autopsy report released Wednesday said.
    — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 23 July 2026
  • Duke, the prosecutor, said a forensic pathologist ruled out vaccines as a possible cause of death.
    — Alex Brizee July 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026
Definition of pathologist
Noun
  • The primary care doctor helps protect the patient’s heart and bones and looks after the person’s overall health.
    — Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 23 July 2026
  • There are not yet significant clinical trials for these peptides, but some doctors, patients, wellness influencers, and Kennedy have voiced support for opening up the market for these drugs.
    — Alana Semuels, Time, 23 July 2026
Definition of doctor
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  • But if intelligent systems can monitor patients between visits—flagging problems early and escalating to a human when judgment is required—the physician’s role shifts from gatekeeper to escalation point.
    — Srini Attili, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • The students training at the Schmidt College of Medicine today are the physicians who will practice in Palm Beach County tomorrow.
    — Lewis S. Nelson, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026
Definition of physician
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  • The service has launched on the App Store, Google Play and a dedicated website with more than 100 titles across crime, drama, reality, dating, factual entertainment and docs.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 14 July 2026
  • Continue reading … 'HELD ME DOWN' — SJSU sends shocking response to request for docs on trans scandal coach's allegations.
    — , FOXNews.com, 13 July 2026
Definition of doc
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  • Her family had been notified of her death, according to David Serrano Sewell, executive director of the medical examiner’s office.
    — Michael McGough Updated July 16, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
  • Gocaj did not die from the fall but as a result of burns and the inhalation of scalding steam, along with blunt-force injury to her chest, according to the city’s medical examiner.
    — David K. Li, NBC news, 17 July 2026
Definition of medical examiner
Noun
  • Allard said police found a victim and began performing life-saving measures until medics arrived.
    — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 20 July 2026
  • When the soon-to-be teacher went to the doctor in January, medics agreed her symptoms were concerning.
    — Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026
Definition of medic

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“Coroner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coroner. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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