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Recent Examples of killer instinct
Thorne also shows killer instincts in his first feature as a director.
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Stephen Saito, Variety, 8 Sep. 2024
And perhaps a bit of driver skill (killer instinct) on Norris’ part.
—Rob Reed, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
Using her killer instincts and good-willed teacher power to prevent traumatizing her tots, Caroline and Dave try to protect the youngsters from being zombie dinner and guide them all to safety.
—Rendy Jones, EW.com, 16 July 2024
Mitchell keeps her kindness and killer instinct grippingly in balance.
—David Benedict, Variety, 6 July 2024
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Stephen Saito, Variety, 8 Sep. 2024
And perhaps a bit of driver skill (killer instinct) on Norris’ part.
—Rob Reed, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
Using her killer instincts and good-willed teacher power to prevent traumatizing her tots, Caroline and Dave try to protect the youngsters from being zombie dinner and guide them all to safety.
—Rendy Jones, EW.com, 16 July 2024
Mitchell keeps her kindness and killer instinct grippingly in balance.
—David Benedict, Variety, 6 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for killer instinct
Noun
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Restaurants are returning to the basics of starch, protein and vegetables on a plate, rather than $14 dishes where everyone at the table gets two or three bites, Adamo said.—
Benjy Egel,
Sacramento Bee,
3 Jan. 2025
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Individuals exhibiting multiple copies of this gene have been linked to cultures that rely more heavily on starches for subsistence, like farmers, but the origins of this adaptation have been unclear.—
Ryan McRae,
Smithsonian Magazine,
31 Dec. 2024
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The beauty community in Los Angeles has a lot of grit and gumption—a lot of very smart and savvy people who are business-minded as well as artistically-minded.—
Allure Editors,
Allure,
17 Jan. 2025
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The menu takes guests on a culinary journey through Appalachia and the South with dishes like smoked trout hush puppies and roasted halibut with grits and andouille vinaigrette.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2025
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Socorro’s social nature, her spunk and her adaptability were likely rooted in her early childhood experiences tagging along with her father to bullfights and bars.—
Erica Zora Wrightson,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Jan. 2025
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His spunk and verve have attracted comedian Nikki Glaser who dropped by to cheer him on.—
Bryan West,
The Tennessean,
29 Aug. 2024
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But nobody could deny the men’s enthusiasm and gumption, and members of the Hooligan Navy came to embrace the nickname with pride.—
David Wolman,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Jan. 2025
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The triumph and curse of Broad City was in capturing that mid-to-late Obama feeling, when the world seemed like a playground for any young person with gumption and imagination.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
20 Aug. 2024
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So when her bogus application is accepted into NASA’s super competitive astronaut training program, Rex needs luck and plenty of pluck to avoid elimination.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
2 July 2024
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Taking one of America’s oldest and best-known brands into the future takes more than pluck and drive.—
Adriana Lee,
WWD,
26 Nov. 2024
Noun
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This shift in approach invites us to appreciate them on their own terms, free from the expectations of traditional spirits.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appétit,
9 Jan. 2025
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Popularized by the Romans as a shield from evil spirits, the choices today are far more modern—although honestly, some additional good vibes insurance is never a bad thing.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2025
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The executive order lays out a series of initiatives to help the federal government defend against cyber attacks that threaten the privacy of Americans’ digital identities.—
Miranda Nazzaro,
The Hill,
16 Jan. 2025
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Effective communication ensures that security is a board-level priority and is crucial for securing the necessary resources for cybersecurity initiatives.—
Dara Warn,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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The secret lies in shifting your mindset and cultivating self-reliance.—
Maha Abouelenein,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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The private sector’s revitalization will be essential for reducing poverty and fostering self-reliance.—
Karam Shaar,
Foreign Affairs,
20 Dec. 2024
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“Killer instinct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/killer%20instinct. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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