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murderous

[mur-der-uhs] / ˈmɜr dər əs /


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The upbeat vibe is markedly different from the apocalyptic, at times murderous, sci-fi of today.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite the government's insistence its targets were part of an illicit and murderous network, residents tell a different story.

From Barron's

He took one sniff and would have fled if Torak hadn’t grabbed him and assured him in low half-barks that it really was him, and not some murderous wolverine.

From Literature

And yet how many Americans haven’t stared down a hardwood alley with murderous intent, preparing to unload a polished missile against 10 arrogant pins?

From The Wall Street Journal

I saw it partner with the U.S.-led coalition against the murderous Islamic State.

From The Wall Street Journal