deadly

Example Sentences

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Deadly force “shall not be used solely to prevent the escape of a fleeing subject.”

From Salon • Jan. 14, 2026

But on the battlefield, she and the rest of the Deadly Viper Assassination Squad are warriors first, women inconsequentially.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2025

Deadly storm surge and damaging winds are expected starting late Tuesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 27, 2025

Deadly storm Melissa strengthened Saturday afternoon into a Category 1 hurricane, with rapid intensification expected over the weekend as it cut a worryingly slow course toward the Caribbean island of Jamaica, forecasters said.

From Barron's • Oct. 25, 2025

A news-box played, shouting headlines about the breach of the Cards of Deadly Fate and rumored Conjuror involvement.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton