slay
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But cultists are cultists, and when a local man starts recruiting teens to slay the demons haunting the area, an investigation by the three reveals his much larger, more elder-goddish plans.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026
"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba -- Infinity Castle: Part 1", about sword-swishing Tanjiro Kamado's final showdown to slay demons and make his sister human again, is part of a planned trilogy.
From Barron's • Nov. 18, 2025
Harman was dubbed "the butcher of Hoylake" during his relentless march to the Claret Jug at Royal Liverpool two years ago as a result of his propensity to slay and eat big game.
From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025
“David always had a kind word and a quick wit that would slay you where you stand. Then he’d make you smile doing it!”
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 15, 2025
“Then you’d be okay if Phillip and I go it alone from here? After all, if I’ve got a prince who can slay giants to help me, that’s all I need, right?”
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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