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killed



ADJECTIVE
executed
Synonyms
STRONG
beheaded crucified electrocuted fried garroted gassed guillotined hanged shot


ADJECTIVE
slain
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
assassinated dead




Example Sentences

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A widow whose husband was killed in a car accident by a negligent driver but who could not bring a lawsuit because of a federal statute preserving governmental immunity.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Israel says 25 of its soldiers and four Israeli civilians have been killed on both sides of the border during the war.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

This concerned a service member who was killed in a car accident by a federal employee driving a government vehicle.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

I had pitched to Netflix a first season of “The Diplomat” that ended with Stuart Hayford, the beloved character played by Ato Essandoh, getting killed.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

It was a good one to eat, the right size…“Sorry, fish,” said Nim, and killed it quickly.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr




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