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have killed

  • present perfect of kill.

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Landslides triggered by one of the strongest storms in decades have killed at least 15 people in southern Philippines, as parts of East Asia brace themselves for the looming storm.

From BBC Jul. 10, 2026

The twin earthquakes that rocked Venezuela on Wednesday have killed more than 1,500 people and left tens of thousands missing, making her return “impossible to postpone,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 29, 2026

A catastrophic earthquake in 1812, estimated to be a magnitude 7.7, may have killed more than 15,000 people.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 27, 2026

The Lebanese health ministry says Israeli strikes over the same period have killed at least 3,185 people.

From BBC May 26, 2026

Her mama opened the door and gave me one of those looks that would have killed a little dude.

From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers