slaughter
noun
the killing or butchering of cattle, sheep, etc., especially for food.
am slaughtering
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present progressiveof slaughter (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Vietnamese is a difficult language for a foreigner to speak and I know I am slaughtering it, but everyone seems delighted that I am making the attempt.
From Time Magazine Archive
And I believe Adèle has some plan for inducing you to come down and bear her company, while I am slaughtering grouse and black cock.”
From Valerie by Frederick Marryat
