kill

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

She had strong opinions about Hemingway: “Those big tough guys are so sick, they aren’t even all that tough. … They always want to kill something to prove themselves.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

"Let's not kill mitumba - give the consumer power of choice."

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Conversely, if you knew an incurable cancer would kill you at 65, you’d probably take Social Security at your earliest eligibility of 62.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Issues with data are also behind AI hallucinations and agents that kill companies’ competitive edge, he added.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

“Out with it. We’re all family here. Raise your hand if you know of anyone trying to kill me.”

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri