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shoot-'em-up

[shoot-uhm-uhp] / ˈʃɒɒt əmˌʌp /




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The Galacticoaster is the centerpiece of Lego Galaxy, which also includes two smaller outdoor attractions, a vintage-style shoot-’em-up video game and a play area for little ones.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 6, 2026

Maybe you're angry for some *waves hands* reason, and need to blow off steam with some shoot-'em-up action or dissociate from your everyday reality.

From Salon Dec. 20, 2024

“I guess I’m happier they are playing chess rather than some shoot-’em-up game.

From Washington Post Apr. 15, 2023

At the end of all the shoot-’em-up scenes, a monster movie breaks out.

From Seattle Times Aug. 5, 2021

Their heads were adorned with matte black helmets, and they reminded him of characters in one of those shoot-’em-up military games.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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