slaughter
noun
the killing or butchering of cattle, sheep, etc., especially for food.
has been slaughtering
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present perfect progressiveof slaughter (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Mr. Chaplik has been slaughtering his pigs, so only one remains, slumbering in his pen.
From New York Times ● Jun. 4, 2022
