serial killer
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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His 2008 debut, “The Chaser,” found new febrility in the post-Fincher serial killer thriller.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
Bain served as an advocate depute in the Crown Office from 2002 to 2011, securing the first murder conviction against serial killer Peter Tobin during that time.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Author Michelle McNamara a decade ago helped revive interest in a serial killer who stalked parts of California in the 1970s and 1980s.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026
He joked the comments made him look like a real murderer, and said: "People who don't know I was in The Traitors must think I'm a serial killer."
From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026
He better not be a serial killer or so help me...Nah, he’s chill.
From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera
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