assassinate
US /əˈsæs.ə.neɪt/
UK /əˈsæs.ə.neɪt/
1.
assassinar, matar
to murder (an important person) for political or religious reasons
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The plot to assassinate the president was uncovered.
O plano para assassinar o presidente foi descoberto.
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Many historical figures were assassinated due to their political views.
Muitas figuras históricas foram assassinadas devido às suas opiniões políticas.
2.
destruir, arruinar
to damage or destroy something suddenly and severely
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The bad review completely assassinated his reputation.
A crítica ruim assassinou completamente sua reputação.
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His careless remarks could assassinate his career.
Suas observações descuidadas poderiam assassinar sua carreira.