axe
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In August, the great Ricky Ponting, one of his predecessors as Australia's number three, called for the axe to fall.
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026
A reduction in the growth multiple that investors are prepared to pay for AI stocks and a rise in volatility has forced Goldman strategist Tim Moe to take an axe to his Korean market target.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
Johnson tabled a motion to axe the declaration in June, despite having backed it as a Conservative councillor in 2019.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
“Grateful to pick up the axe, and honored by the fans who made this story legendary.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2026
He thrust his axe into his belt, jammed his cap tight on his head, and furiously held his breath.
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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