shooting

Example Sentences

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The Police Ombudsman's Office confirmed that its investigators have attended the scene of the shooting, in line with standard procedures.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Firefighters arrived to see flames shooting through the roof of 3996 Iowa Avenue when they arrived, said Riverside Fire Division Chief Greg White.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

At the time, not only were virtually all the state’s production workers commuting to New York, but shows that took place in New Jersey like HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire” weren’t even shooting there.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

"He didn't say who had done the shooting or who had been shot," he said.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“But Constance, dear. Given all this unpleasantness, what say we go home to Ashton Place? I’m done with London myself. Much rather be out in the woods, shooting, what?”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood