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be out for blood





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Because the Longhorns will be out for blood.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 2, 2022

Penn State’s defense will be out for blood, and as long as quarterback Sean Clifford doesn’t make big mistakes, the Nittany Lions should prevail.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 16, 2021

Some reviewers and Twitter critics may be out for blood when it comes to Mr. Gladwell’s writing.

From New York Times Aug. 30, 2019

And, with the Governor sure to be out for blood soon, we can relax for a bit and enjoy everyone reverting to shouting and arguing mode.

From The Guardian Feb. 15, 2013

The administration appeared to be out for blood and he was sure that Lyle was still licking the wounds of a few short months ago....

From Wild Justice by Ruth M. Sprague




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