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bloodshed

[bluhd-shed] / ˈblʌdˌʃɛd /


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Kelly said there was “nothing controversial about Mr. Dans’ remarks calling for an end to years of bloodshed and expanded dialogue.”

From Salon ● Sep. 16, 2026

Kuzichken, who remained in Britain under an assumed name, expressed regret over the bloodshed, although he was not surprised.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026

White House spokesman Kush Desai told AFP that the Trump administration has been working with Russia to push for a deal that "would stop the endless bloodshed that the president has really condemned."

From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026

Motoki portrays Murashige as curiously recessive — someone who has laid waste to myriad foes and has now lost his taste for bloodshed.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026

Michael called up: ‘Reyna! I’ve got orders to arrest you and confiscate that statue. I’m coming aboard with two other centurions. I’d prefer to do this without bloodshed.’

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan




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