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shooting

NOUN
firing a weapon
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The Police Ombudsman's Office confirmed that its investigators had attended the scene of the shooting, in line with standard procedures.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Officers responding to the shooting call around 2 a.m.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Once famous for a greasy pole-climbing competition that would grant the winner a piglet, past games have included horse racing, hare coursing and shooting.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Firefighters arrived to see flames shooting through the roof of 3996 Iowa Avenue when they arrived, said Riverside Fire Division Chief Greg White.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

“Second of all, you said to treat this test like it was real. And you were shooting lightning at me! What was I supposed to do?!”

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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