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killed

v.
A2 Elementary US //ˈkɪɫd// UK //kˈɪld// killed

v. to cause the death of a person, animal, or plant. You can also use it to describe stopping a machine or ending a plan.

v. to cause the death of a living organism; to bring about the end or cessation of something. Transitive — requires a direct object.


SIMPLE

The cold weather killed the flowers in the garden.

CONTEXTUAL

The doctor explained that the antibiotic treatment is designed to kill the harmful bacteria causing the infection.

COMPLEX

While the primary goal of the therapy was to kill the malignant cells, the medical team also had to monitor the patient for signs of systemic toxicity.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.

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