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executed

Pronunciation: [ˈɛksɪkjuted]

Word

Learn how to use executed in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “action or performance”

(verb) to carry out or perform an action, plan, or task. It’s like when you do something you planned, such as finishing your homework or acting in a play.

Example

She executed the dance routine perfectly at the recital.

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He didn't execute the instructions correctly and missed a few steps.

Example

Did you execute your plan to finish the project on time?

Context: “law or punishment”

(verb) to carry out a legal penalty, typically to put someone to death according to the law. This usually happens after a person has been found guilty of a very serious crime.

Example

The state executed the prisoner after a lengthy legal process.

Example

In some countries, the death penalty is not executed at all.

Example

What happens if a prisoner is executed?

How to pronounce executed

Pronunciation: [ˈɛksɪkjuted]

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