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slayer

[sley-er] / ˈsleɪ ər /


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Nearly every state in the U.S. has a version of California’s slayer statute, which effectively disinherits beneficiaries who’ve “feloniously and intentionally” killed their benefactors.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 16, 2026

Despite the enthusiasm around the project, which would have introduced Ryan Kiera Armstrong as the new slayer alongside Gellar’s Buffy, Gellar pointed to at least one very vocal detractor.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 17, 2026

Dr. Ilko argues that Guglielmo's reputation as a dragon slayer came from his role in cleansing the environment and restoring the valley's productivity.

From Science Daily Feb. 2, 2026

These rules, known as slayer rules, have a long history in the United States.

From Salon Dec. 25, 2025

He was hunter and stalker and slayer, and he belonged with his brothers and sisters in the deep woods, running free beneath a starry sky.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin

Stakeholders: It makes me think of vampire slayers.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 26, 2026

In the main, however, townsfolk do not roll out the welcome wagon for these slayers for hire.

From Salon Jul. 8, 2023

Last year’s follow-up “As Above, So Below” continues her sharp social critiques, reflections and genre-blending with pond-hopping collabs with American bar slayers Joey Bada$$ and Denzel Curry and ’70s Zamrock greats Witch.

From Seattle Times Apr. 19, 2023

With this win Tiafoe moved toward the front of the line of would-be dragon slayers.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 5, 2022

Except for two sets of boot prints, one bearing a diamond pattern and the other a Cat’s Paw design, the slayers had left not a single clue.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote




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