assassinate
US /əˈsæs.ə.neɪt/
UK /əˈsæs.ə.neɪt/
1.
assassinare, uccidere
to murder (an important person) for political or religious reasons
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The plot to assassinate the president was uncovered.
Il complotto per assassinare il presidente è stato scoperto.
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Many historical figures were assassinated due to their political views.
Molte figure storiche furono assassinate a causa delle loro opinioni politiche.
2.
distruggere, rovinare
to damage or destroy something suddenly and severely
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The bad review completely assassinated his reputation.
La brutta recensione ha completamente distrutto la sua reputazione.
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His careless remarks could assassinate his career.
Le sue osservazioni sconsiderate potrebbero distruggere la sua carriera.