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bloodshed

[bluhd-shed] / ˈblʌdˌʃɛd /


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Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz said she "almost certainly helped prevent more bloodshed".

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

He found precedent in paintings where bloodshed is latent or occurs just beyond the frame.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026

Kelly said there was “nothing controversial about Mr. Dans’ remarks calling for an end to years of bloodshed and expanded dialogue.”

From Salon ● Sep. 16, 2026

White House spokesman Kush Desai told AFP that the Trump administration has been working with Russia to push for a deal that "would stop the endless bloodshed that the president has really condemned."

From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026

"I want no bloodshed," Ned told the queen.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin


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