killer instinct
Example Sentences
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When the calendar flipped to 2025, Korda’s killer instinct shut back off.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
But although City monopolised possession, they lacked a killer instinct and paid for a sloppy piece of defending in the 23rd minute.
From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025
The 49ers have a lot of talent, but they’re seriously lacking when it comes to killer instinct.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2024
They also lacked killer instinct against Liverpool when they exited the FA Cup, and quality when being knocked out the Champions League by Bayern Munich.
From BBC • May 19, 2024
But the killer instinct is dead in fighters today and it has to be ignited.
From Vital Ingredient by Llewellyn