slay

Example Sentences

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After seeing the Marías in concert, the couple hit up the band to further maximize their joint slay — and revamp the classic as a bilingual dream-pop track, simply named “Ojos Tristes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2025

The dark fantasy about sword-swishing Tanjiro Kamado's final showdown to slay demons also topped the box office when it opened on US and Canadian screens in September.

From Barron's • Nov. 11, 2025

Declining wage pressure is good news for companies and consumers if it helps to finally slay the inflation beast.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025

Harman was dubbed "the butcher of Hoylake" during his relentless march to the Claret Jug at Royal Liverpool two years ago as a result of his propensity to slay and eat big game.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025

“If I cannot slay your foes, how shall I amuse myself whilst you are being wed?”

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin