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Abortion
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the intentional ending of a pregnancy, often done during the early stages
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failure of a plan
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(medicine) a medical procedure to remove the fetus from the uterus
What is an "abortion"?
Abortion is a medical procedure used to end a pregnancy before the baby can survive outside the womb. It involves removing the baby and related tissue from the uterus. There are different methods of abortion, including medication and surgical procedures, depending on what stage of pregnancy it is and the specific circumstances.
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the termination of a pregnancy as a result of natural causes before the fetus is developed enough to survive on its own
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Example
The new law restricts access to abortion services, leading to protests and legal challenges.
The debate over abortion rights continues to be a contentious issue in many countries around the world.
The medical team discussed the risks and benefits of abortion procedures with the patient before she made her decision.
She faced a difficult decision about whether to undergo an abortion after discovering an unexpected pregnancy.
Many argue that access to safe and legal abortion is essential for women's reproductive health and autonomy.
