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as in lethal
likely to cause or capable of causing death
the doctors were alarmed about the outbreak of the deadly new virus
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2
as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
the deadly tedium of waiting for the fog to lift
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3
as in mortal
of, relating to, or suggestive of death
a deadly pallor spread across her face as the tragic news gradually sank in
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as in extremely
to a great degree
I'm deadly serious about making an offer on the house
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Recent Examples of deadly
Denise Petski, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2025
The two neighbors engaged in a brief but deadly conflict earlier this year – their worst in decades – with both sides striking deep into the other’s territory.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2025
John Schmidt, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
Durst's oldest daughter was there when the shooting happened and is part of a growing tally of traumatized children left mourning a parent as Indianapolis grapples with how to curb arguments turning deadly.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 4 July 2025
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Adjective
Percy’s journey to set things right will take him off the map and into the deadly Sea of Monsters, where a secret fate awaits the son of Poseidon.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2025
The two neighbors engaged in a brief but deadly conflict earlier this year – their worst in decades – with both sides striking deep into the other’s territory.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2025
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New Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke is off to a great start in her effort to target deadly enhanced guns that bring criminal mayhem into our communities.
—John Schmidt, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
Durst's oldest daughter was there when the shooting happened and is part of a growing tally of traumatized children left mourning a parent as Indianapolis grapples with how to curb arguments turning deadly.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deadly
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Whether that lethal combination continues moving forward, time will tell.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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The prosecuting attorney for the 23rd Judicial District has ruled that two Cabot Police Department officers were justified in using lethal force in a May incident that didn't result in death or injury, the Arkansas State Police announced Tuesday.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
12 Aug. 2025
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The look was finished with a silk tulle veil, crystal beaded Manolo Blahnik satin sandals and a pair of sheer elbow gloves.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Founder Samantha Brett emphasizes layering SPF over makeup, with formulas like their Beauty Screen Mineral Tints providing SPF50 protection in a sheer, wearable finish.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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When the theater faces demolition, Thida must decide whether to move on to her next life or remain earthbound after developing an unexpected relationship with Hai, a mortal man.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 Aug. 2025
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And Lovell could not—would not—subject Marilyn, whom the exploding oxygen tank had nearly widowed, to yet one more launch, one more mission, one more roll of the mortal dice.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
9 Aug. 2025
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Bonus content includes a behind-the-scenes look at the airplane and ocean stunts, deleted footage montage with optional commentary by Director Christopher McQuarrie, the challenges of filming the technical and extremely dangerous stunts, and an in-depth discussion with McQuarrie and Cruise.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Prioritize child and pet safety: Be vigilant about never leaving young children and pets in vehicles without supervision, especially during periods of intense heat, as car interiors can quickly become extremely hot.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Peacock 'Sharp Corner' This unsettling thriller features Ben Foster as a man who becomes overly obsessed with the fatal car crashes that happen at a sharp corner in the road in front of his new home.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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The brother of an Indian truck driver charged in a fatal Florida turnpike crash has been arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), officials announced on Thursday.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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Chris McGrath/Getty Images Just imagine if the Russian leader were to announce not only a commitment to peace but also an unconditional pledge to return the 20,000 Ukrainian children his forces have illegally abducted since the full-scale invasion of February 2022.—
Irwin Redlener,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Aug. 2025
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Osborn sided with the remaining two factions, demanding immediate and unconditional emancipation and boycotting products from places that used slave labor.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Aug. 2025
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Three people are dead and nine others are injured after multiple shooters opened fire in a mass shooting at a New York City club, according to the New York City Police Department.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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As a result, three occupants of the minivan involved in the crash are dead, FLHSMV said in a press release.—
Elainie Barraza,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Aug. 2025
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Twitch recently banned her, with people citing that cheating on stream is against its TOS, but then early today she was unbanned, making that duration incredibly short.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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However, Boone was incredibly complimentary of Rice’s catching skills on Monday and Tuesday.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Deadly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deadly. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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