killing

Example Sentences

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Although the snakes use their venom when defending themselves, studies have shown that the chemical nature of snake venom is primarily suited for killing its prey, such a rodents, she said.

From Los Angeles Times

A 12-year-old girl with a love of punk rock becomes entangled in the case of a local killing.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I don't know if I would be a season ticket holder, but I'm killing a Saturday afternoon," Richard Kurland, a spectators at the match, told AFP.

From Barron's

“Since the summer, your hair . . . Seriously, it’s killing me. You started working here and now you have—” I gestured at her glorious mane.

From Literature

The giant log where Clare had recently planted the feather whites had been kicked down the gentle incline, killing every precious blue-blue in its wake.

From Literature