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Induced abortion

Description

Induced abortion refers to the deliberate termination of a pregnancy through medical or surgical means. It is a procedure done by choice and is different from a spontaneous abortion (miscarriage) which occurs naturally. Induced abortion can be performed for various reasons, including health concerns, personal circumstances, or social factors.

Example Sentences

Noun:

1. She decided to have an induced abortion as she was not prepared to become a mother at that time.
2. The laws regarding induced abortion vary from country to country.

Verb:

1. The doctor induced abortion by administering medication to terminate the pregnancy.
2. Despite the risks, she chose to induce abortion because of the complications in her pregnancy.

Adjective:

1. The heated debate focused on issues surrounding induced abortion.
2. She attended a support group for women who have undergone induced abortion.

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