Identify the euphemism in the following passage.
My dog, Spike, was 14 years old when he was diagnosed with a terrible illness. We decided the best option was putting him to sleep so he could avoid suffering.

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"Put to sleep" is a euphemism for "euthanize". A euphemism is a mild, indirect, or vague term that has been substituted for one that is considered harsh, blunt, or insensitive. Examples include "passed away" instead of "died".

Identify the Euphemism in the Following Passage