Euthanasia

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Collocations of euthanasia

assisted suicide
Frequency: 80 %

The debate on euthanasia often includes discussions on assisted suicide.

right to die
Frequency: 75 %

The right to die with dignity is a key argument in the euthanasia debate.

end-of-life care
Frequency: 70 %

Many patients opt for euthanasia as part of their end-of-life care plan.

physician-assisted death
Frequency: 65 %

Physician-assisted death is a controversial aspect of euthanasia laws.

mercy killing
Frequency: 60 %

Some argue that euthanasia is a form of mercy killing for terminally ill patients.

Idiomatic Expressions for euthanasia

  • Phrase: to play God
    Meaning: to make life or death decisions as if one were God
    Usage: Some argue that allowing euthanasia is akin to playing God and should not be condoned.