noun
- acts of killing someone, especially in a violent manner; murders
Usage: plural form of slaying; often used in news reports
Examples
- The police are investigating a series of slayings in the downtown area.
- The detective worked tirelessly to solve the recent slayings.
- News reports covered the tragic slayings that shocked the community.
- Three suspects were arrested in connection with the slayings.
- The slayings appeared to be gang-related according to authorities.
- Witnesses came forward with information about the slayings.