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gunfire

[guhn-fahyuhr] / ˈgʌnˌfaɪər /


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In Byrd and Roberts’ case, the state insists it arose in seconds, during the same chaotic burst of gunfire that even the judge agrees began as lawful self-defense.

From Slate Aug. 11, 2026

In the statement on Thursday, Muir said that there were no sounds of "loud gunfire" and that "silencers" were used.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

Frank Vogas told AFP he was buying paint at a shop in the area when the gunfire erupted.

From Barron's Jun. 22, 2026

On Feb. 24, 1525, the age of chivalry came to a symbolic end amid smoke and gunfire.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 19, 2026

Louie had “stormed Hitler’s palace” to steal the flag in a hail of gunfire that had “whistled around his head.”

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand




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