killer instinct
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When the calendar flipped to 2025, Korda’s killer instinct shut back off.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
But although City monopolised possession, they lacked a killer instinct and paid for a sloppy piece of defending in the 23rd minute.
From Barron's ● Nov. 25, 2025
"England had the chances to win that series. Have you got the killer instinct to win the Ashes in Australia? That's going to be the big question."
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2025
The difference is that Australia have got an edge, a killer instinct to dig their heels in and win matches even with their backs to the wall.
From BBC ● Jan. 14, 2025
But the killer instinct is dead in fighters today and it has to be ignited.
From Vital Ingredient by Llewellyn
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