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After a major character was killed off in 'Euphoria' on May 24, the actor revealed what went into his final scene involving a coffin and snake.—Joelle Goldstein, USA Today, 25 May 2026 This raised concerns that Google had intentionally killed off the devices to force upgrades.—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 24 May 2026 Goaltender Thomas Ricciardelli made 14 saves, and Notre Dame killed off four penalties, even tacking on a short-handed goal in an overwhelming effort.—Tribune News Service, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026 The Knights got the Dorofeyev power-play goal and killed off both Colorado power plays, with Howden’s goal coming moments after the kill had ended.—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for kill off