slayings

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

Translation

n.The act of killing someone; a murder.; The act of defeating or overcoming something, especially with great skill or style.; A person or thing that is killed or defeated.

Phrases & Collocations

multiple slayings

brutal slayings

recent slayings

series of slayings

investigating slayings

preventing slayings

horrific slayings

unsolved slayings

suspected slayings

cold slayings

Example Sentences

the investigation into the recent slayings continues to stall.

police are linking the slayings to a possible gang war.

the community is reeling from the senseless slayings of two teenagers.

witnesses described a scene of terror following the brutal slayings.

the motive for the slayings remains a mystery to investigators.

the slayings sparked widespread fear and anxiety among residents.

he was arrested in connection with the series of slayings last month.

the slayings highlighted the need for increased security measures.

the court case regarding the slayings is expected to be lengthy.

the media extensively covered the details of the horrific slayings.

the slayings shocked the nation and prompted calls for stricter gun control.

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