In contrast to "expected deaths", deaths that defy the accepted views on life expectancy such as the early death of a parent, the death of a young spouse, or the death of a child are generally referred to as ___________.

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These deaths are referred to as "off-time" because they occur at an unexpected point in the life course, not aligning with the typical or expected patterns of life events.

In Contrast to "Expected Deaths", Deaths That Defy the Accepted