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also euthanatize
as in to assassinate
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Recent Examples of euthanize
In October, officials at CDFW decided to remove the pack and developed a plan to euthanize its three adults and move four pups to a sanctuary.
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Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 6 Feb. 2026
The pest control companies humanely euthanize the lizards, following FWC recommendations on how to do so.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
Hunting is a vital part of our wildlife management, our economy and our Western culture as is Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s ability to euthanize animals who pose a threat to humans.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
People who cannot afford the cost or lack the time to provide their dogs with the veterinary care required may choose to euthanize, give their dogs to someone else – known as rehoming – or surrender them to shelters.
—David L. Weimer, The Conversation, 23 Jan. 2026
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Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 6 Feb. 2026
The pest control companies humanely euthanize the lizards, following FWC recommendations on how to do so.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
Hunting is a vital part of our wildlife management, our economy and our Western culture as is Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s ability to euthanize animals who pose a threat to humans.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
People who cannot afford the cost or lack the time to provide their dogs with the veterinary care required may choose to euthanize, give their dogs to someone else – known as rehoming – or surrender them to shelters.
—David L. Weimer, The Conversation, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for euthanize
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That man, later identified as Ryan Routh, was found guilty in September 2025 of trying to assassinate the President.—
Richard Hall,
Time,
22 Feb. 2026
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Those leftist militants from Christensen’s pet project assassinate Beale during his broadcast.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
21 Feb. 2026
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But executing its strategy won’t be easy.—
Xiaoying You,
semafor.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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Every governor and Legislature had been made aware of problems in programs for the last 50 years, according to the review, but plans to strengthen protections against fraud in state welfare programs were never executed effectively.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
23 Feb. 2026
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The elevator services the lobby on the 5th floor and terminates at the reception desk.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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The state later terminated an almost $2 million economic development agreement grant with the telecommunications company.—
Brian Gordon,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2026
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After recently slaughtering thousands of peaceful protesters, including shooting protesters in their hospital beds, Iran has been elected by the UN to serve as vice chair of the UN Commission for Social Development.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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In deeply conservative Aceh province, animals are slaughtered during Meugang festivities, the meat cooked and shared with family, friends, poor people and orphans.—
Mariam Fam,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The companies that booked the first 12 suites put down a $10,000 deposit each to secure their place at the new stadium, Baldwin said.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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When entering a new region, Windey’s strategy is to put down roots in one country and branch out to neighbors.—
Xiaoying You,
semafor.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Euthanize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/euthanize. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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