What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
died
Example
My grandfather died last year. [died: past tense]
Example
The cat died peacefully in its sleep. [died: past tense]
Example
The battery died after only a few hours of use. [died: past tense]
expired
Example
My driver's license expired last month. [expired: past tense]
Example
The milk expired yesterday, so we had to throw it away. [expired: past tense]
Example
The warranty on my phone expired, so I had to pay for repairs. [expired: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Died is more commonly used than expired in everyday language, especially when referring to the end of a person's life. Expired is more commonly used in legal and technical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between died and expired?
Expired is more formal than died, as it is often used in legal and technical contexts. Died can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
