This informal meaning refers to a machine, battery, device, or system ceasing to operate.
My phone died during the journey.
The engine died at the traffic light.
This figurative meaning refers to activity, sound, interest, or movement gradually ending.
The conversation died after that comment.
The wind died toward evening.
This informal exaggerated use expresses a very strong emotional or physical reaction.
I nearly died of embarrassment.
She died laughing at the story.
