execution

Example Sentences

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The simplicity of his execution underlines that a nightmare future doesn’t need to much to come to fruition, just a couple of clipboards and mass apathy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

In the words of biographer David Reynolds, Brown’s execution helped “spark” the Civil War.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

But he notes that the deal carries “clear and sizable execution risks” when it comes to integration.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Irregularities in execution or sudden changes in longstanding estate plans can be in your favor.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

I knew the odds were low that we would block the execution.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson