Meaning & use

suicide

noun·Everyday

The act of intentionally ending one's own life.

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The organization runs a hotline for people in crisis considering suicide.

Public health campaigns aim to lower the rate of suicide among young people.

A note on using this word

This is a sensitive topic; if you or someone you know is struggling, contact a crisis line such as 988 in the United States.

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