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Impalation

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

impalement.

Example Sentences

In the first film, a woman fixing herself a stiff vodka is felled by a kitchen explosion and a knife in the chest; in the second, an attempt to microwave leftovers, foiled by a stray refrigerator magnet, leads to impalation by fire-escape ladder.

Synonyms for impalation

Antonyms for impalation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does impalation mean?

Impalation means impalement.

What is a synonym for impalation?

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What is the opposite of impalation?

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How do you use impalation in a sentence?

In the first film, a woman fixing herself a stiff vodka is felled by a kitchen explosion and a knife in the chest; in the second, an attempt to microwave leftovers, foiled by a stray refrigerator magnet, leads to impalation by fire-escape ladder.

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