Bump off
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Pro Tip 1/3Crime Context
Often used in stories or discussions about crime, especially in thriller or mystery genres. 
The detective thought the gang might bump off a witness to silence them.
Pro Tip 2/3Informal Speech
Considered informal and can be inappropriate in serious or respectful discussions about death. 
In a legal setting, saying 'bump off' instead of 'murder' might seem disrespectful.
Pro Tip 3/3Euphemism
Used as a euphemism to talk about killing in a lighter or less direct approach. 
He joked about being bumped off for forgetting his anniversary.
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