face execution

Frequency: 7.815.0 per million words

To be in a situation where one is likely to be executed.

executionVERB + noun (killing as punishment)

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Examples (10)

  • If caught, the men could face execution.
  • The rebels knew they would face execution if captured alive.
  • Political prisoners often face execution without a fair trial.
  • Those convicted of treason may face execution under military law.
  • The spy was warned he could face execution if his mission failed.
  • War criminals captured in the conflict will face execution.
  • Anyone found guilty of desertion might face execution by firing squad.
  • The conspirators knew they would face execution for their plot against the king.
  • Soldiers who commit serious war crimes could face execution.
  • The condemned prisoners will face execution at dawn tomorrow.