killer instinct
noun
: an aggressive tenacious urge for domination in a struggle to attain a set goal
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Her killer instincts have helped her become one of the top tennis players in the world.
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Jennifer Maas, Variety, 18 Oct. 2024
Thorne also shows killer instincts in his first feature as a director.
—Stephen Saito, Variety, 8 Sep. 2024
And perhaps a bit of driver skill (killer instinct) on Norris’ part.
—Rob Reed, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
Using her killer instincts and good-willed teacher power to prevent traumatizing her tots, Caroline and Dave try to protect the youngsters from being zombie dinner and guide them all to safety.
—Rendy Jones, EW.com, 16 July 2024
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“Killer instinct.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/killer%20instinct. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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