demises 1 of 2

noun

Definition of demisesnext
plural of demise
1
as in deaths
the permanent stopping of all the vital bodily activities inherited all of the estate upon the sudden demise of his grandfather

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2
as in terminations
the act of ceasing to exist the gradual demise of the Roman Empire over the course of several centuries

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3
as in downfalls
a loss of status after her demise as the doyenne of New York society, the mere mention of her name was regarded as a faux pas

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demises

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verb

present tense third-person singular of demise
as in dies
to stop living our much beloved, recently demised leader

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  1. deaths
  2. terminations
  3. dies
  4. setbacks
  5. falls
  6. reversals
  7. breakdowns
Noun
  • Popular on Variety Syria’s 13-year civil war has led to more than 500,000 deaths and forced millions of Syrians to leave their homeland according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
    Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The decision has already been widely condemned by human rights organizations, who cite the abuse and deaths of migrant workers and suppression of the rights of women and LGBTQ+ people in the country.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of deaths
Noun
  • Ongoing Drinking Water Recalls Despite the recent terminations, at least two other drinking water brands are still recalled, according to FDA records.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The terminations come as other drinking water brand recalls remain in place.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of terminations
Verb
  • After a difficult delivery, an infant dies and the father demands an inquiry into her methods.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • When his grandmother dies, the 12-year-old must return to live with his estranged family.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of dies
Noun
  • The Financial Times recently highlighted how setbacks often ignite creativity and innovation—an essential reminder for us all.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The ability to reframe setbacks as stepping stones is a hallmark of the most inspiring leaders.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of setbacks
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  • Despite spending more per person on healthcare than any other nation, the average life expectancy of American adults falls below that of 56 countries on six continents.
    Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The hybrid formula falls somewhere between an emulsion and a stain with a delightfully hydrating feel.
    Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of falls
Noun
  • After a couple rounds of appeals and reversals, the man left the nursing home and died four days later.
    Jia Tolentino, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Role reversals between parents and children are common.
    Todd Miller, contributor, CNBC, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of reversals
Noun
  • Power outages, staff shortages, misplaced papers, late deliveries and equipment breakdowns could be a drag.
    Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 6 Dec. 2024
  • This section will be updated with breakdowns of every Golden State pick once the draft begins.
    Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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