fatally shoot

Frequency: 7.512.5 per million words

to shoot someone, causing their death

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Examples (10)

  • The suspect was fatally shot by police during the standoff.
  • Investigators are trying to determine who fatally shot the victim.
  • The rogue elephant was fatally shot to prevent further damage.
  • He was accused of fatally shooting his business partner.
  • The wildlife ranger had to fatally shoot a dangerous animal that threatened the village.
  • Reports indicate that the security guard fatally shot the intruder.
  • The poacher was fatally shot by rangers while attempting to escape.
  • It is a tragic outcome when a person is fatally shot in a misunderstanding.
  • The soldier was fatally shot during a covert operation.
  • The authorities confirmed that the escaped convict was fatally shot by law enforcement.