English · Phrasal verb Attested

die on

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To die under the care or watch of (someone).

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

chết dưới sự chăm sóc

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Where it’s used: Used American English

I can't handle any more patients dying on me.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “die on” mean?

To die under the care or watch of (someone).

Is “die on” formal or informal?

die on is generally informal.

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