Meaning & use
suicide
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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