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assassinating

/əˌsæsɪˈneɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does assassinating mean?

verb

To kill (someone) secretly or suddenly, especially for political or ideological reasons. To eliminate or destroy something, such as a person's reputation.

Example

"The government was accused of assassinating the opposition leader."

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