sudden deaths

Definition of sudden deathsnext
plural of sudden death

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sudden deaths
Noun
  • Think structured round-robins, rotating roles in meetings, or paired discussions before group sharing.
    Ruth Oh Reitmeier, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Candidates look to avoid runoffs Meanwhile, Talarico and Crockett are hoping to avoid a May 26 runoff by capturing at least 50% of the Democratic vote in the March 3 primary.
    Meg Kinnard, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Iran’s missile-and-drone volleys are tapering off somewhat as launchers are destroyed and inventories expended, but Shaheds are so simple that Iran will likely be able to keep manufacturing and firing them in small numbers nearly indefinitely.
    Brynn Tannehill, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026
  • Iran has responded with volleys of missile and drone strikes against targets across the Middle East, including energy infrastructure.
    Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • There was Jackson at marches and rallies and protests, speaking and leading.
    Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
  • The satisfying pock of paddle on ball, battling through long rallies, and breaking into dance moves with Chrissy after a perfect slam.
    Gali Kronenberg, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • In games between two of the three teams tied atop the standings, the two teams with the fewest runs allowed per defensive out recorded would advance.
    Zack Meisel, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
  • In 18 2/3 innings this season, Hovermale has allowed zero runs while striking out 27 and walking one.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
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“Sudden deaths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sudden%20deaths. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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