Fatality

usgb/feɪˈtæləti/
noun

Death caused by an accident or a disaster.

The car accident resulted in one fatality.
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Often appears as...

  • traffic fatality
  • accident fatality
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Unexpected Events

Use 'fatality' when referring to sudden deaths due to accidents or unforeseen events, not natural causes.

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A lightning strike led to a fatality on the golf course.
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News Reporting

'Fatality' is often used in news to report deaths from public incidents, giving an objective tone.

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The earthquake caused numerous fatalities.
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General Statistics

Use 'fatality' when discussing statistics, especially in fields like public health and safety.

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The yearly report showed a decline in traffic fatalities.
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