death penalty
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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A few dozen protested against the new death penalty law outside the headquarters of the International Committee of the Red Cross in Gaza City on Monday.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
“It’s part of why I volunteered to serve in the military, to keep our country safe, but I think the death penalty has proven that it doesn’t deter crime and its been applied unfairly.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
In a 48-page memo released on Friday, the department says this will "strengthen" the death penalty, "deterring the most barbaric crimes, delivering justice for victims, and providing long-overdue closure to surviving loved ones".
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
Nationwide, support for the death penalty has been waning for decades.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
He broke down the issues with the death penalty simply but persuasively, and I hung on every word, completely engaged by his dedication and charisma.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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