second-degree murder
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of second-degree murder
An Americanism dating back to 1945–50
Example Sentences
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Libby Adame was convicted in October of second-degree murder in the death of Cindyana Santangelo, whose credited television appearances included “Married ... With Children,” “ER” and “CSI: Miami.”
From Los Angeles Times
Now, after a second woman died from silicone injections, she’s been convicted of second-degree murder.
From Los Angeles Times
Druzolowski was charged with second-degree murder in the tree-trimming shooting.
David Kingsley, the convicted former state corrections officer, was found guilty of second-degree murder and first-degree manslaughter.
From Barron's
Berrios was charged with three felony counts but pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in exchange for testifying at the trial, the district attorney’s office said.
From Los Angeles Times
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