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Catchword for “dead check”
Catchword: dead check
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Part of Speech: v. phr.
The part of speech reflects that used in the full entry, and not necessarily the part of speech as it is used in the quotation below.
Quotation: “And how are you going to do your dead check?” persisted Lutz. “With a notional (make-believe) kick in the (groin), sir,” Derosby said. The oft-used technique quickly reveals whether an insurgent is truly dead or just playing possum. “No, wait,” said Lutz, striding forward. “Let me show you how to do a dead check in Iraq.” Grabbing Derosby’s M-16 rifle, Lutz pointed the barrel at the Iraqi’s chest. “Bang! Bang!” he shouted, then handed the rifle back to Derosby. “That’s how you do a dead check in Iraq.” Derosby nodded. “Bang! Bang!” he repeated.
Article or Document Title:
“Be sharp, stay alive ; Role-playing simulations help Marines learn the importance of keeping their guard up”
Author:
Bill Nemitz
Article, Document, Publication, Web Site:
Portland Press Herald
Publishing Location:
Maine
Date of Publication:
Mar. 21, 2006
Page Number:
A1
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