deathblow

[US]/ˈdɛθˌbloʊ/
[UK]/ˈdɛθˌbloʊ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a fatal or decisive blow; a lethal strike or attack
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

deathblow strike

final deathblow

deathblow deal

deathblow attack

deathblow effect

deathblow moment

deathblow weapon

deathblow finish

deathblow move

deathblow punch

Example Sentences

the sudden news was a deathblow to her hopes.

his resignation delivered a deathblow to the project.

the team's loss was a deathblow to their championship dreams.

the scandal dealt a deathblow to the politician's career.

her criticism was the deathblow to his confidence.

the economic downturn was a deathblow to many small businesses.

the final decision was a deathblow to their plans.

his betrayal was the deathblow to their friendship.

the harsh criticism from the reviewers was a deathblow to the film.

the pandemic dealt a deathblow to the travel industry.

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