What does "perecer" mean in English?

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Spanish

perecer

English

perish

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Alternative translations of "perecer"

die
expire
pass away
succumb

Examples of how to use "perecer" in Spanish

Spanish
Muchos perecieron en la batalla.
English
Many perished in the battle.
Spanish
Yo perezco sin ayuda médica
English
I perish without medical help.
Spanish
La planta pereció por la sequía
English
The plant died due to the drought.
Spanish
Los peces perecían en el estanque
English
The fish were dying in the pond.
Spanish
Los edificios perecerán con el tiempo
English
The buildings will perish over time.

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Muchos perecieron en la batalla.

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