kill
verb (used with object)
to deprive of life in any manner; cause the death of; slay.
unkilled
-
a word derived from
kill.
Example Sentences
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As a stylist, she is subtle and superbly attentive, though her approach does leave a few darlings unkilled.
From New York Times ● Jul. 9, 2019
After the use of the chemical diquat, the duckweed turns brown and sinks to the bottom, which can nourish unkilled weeds, effectively making matters worse.
From National Geographic
I could see that Mr. Brown was intently engaged in scanning the ground while speaking, as though he feared there might be a few of the varmints unkilled from the nest spoken of.
From The Gold Hunters' Adventures Or, Life in Australia by Champney, James Wells
Kill what you please," said King Corny; "but without my warrant, nothing killed or unkilled shall come up to my table this day—and that's enough.
From Tales and Novels — Volume 09 by Edgeworth, Maria
In them, save for the misdoings of the few uncaught and unkilled predatory animals, fear can die out, and the peace of paradise regained take its place.
From The Minds and Manners of Wild Animals A Book of Personal Observations by Hornaday, William Temple
