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massacre

Pronunciation: [ˈmæs.ə.kər]

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

Context: “violence”

(noun) a massacre is when a lot of people are killed in a very violent way, usually all at once and often in war or during a conflict. It's a terrible event where many innocent lives are lost.

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The history book described various battles, but the most tragic event was the massacre that took place in the village.

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There were no reports of a massacre; only a few minor skirmishes happened.

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What do you think causes a massacre to happen?

Context: “violence”

(verb) to massacre means to kill many people violently and without mercy. It’s often used when someone attacks a group of people in a horrific way.

Example

In the movie, the hero fought bravely to stop the villains from massacring innocent civilians.

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The commander ordered a retreat instead of massacring the captured enemy soldiers.

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Why would someone decide to massacre a group of people?

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Pronunciation: [ˈmæs.ə.kər]

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