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slaughter

[slaw-ter] / ˈslɔ tər /




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Racing’s indignation over that, as well as that of anger in the general public, prompted the formation by Congress of a bill that would ban the slaughter of horses in the United States.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

In 2002, reports surfaced that Ferdinand had been sent to a slaughter house in Japan, where he became food for either humans or pets, or both.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

CO2 is a key part of food and drink production and is used to stun livestock during slaughter as well as in packaging to keep food fresh, and in fizzy drinks.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Even if they implemented that strategy, it would reduce beef supply in the short term, because fewer animals would be sent to slaughter.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

Back in my hometown, slaughter had been something performed in yards or in the fields.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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