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"he was killed" vs "He is killed"

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'He is killed' is used in the present tense to indicate that someone is currently being killed or is about to be killed. 'He was killed' is used in the past tense to indicate that someone has already been killed.

Last Updated: April 05, 2024

he was killed

This phrase is correct and is used in the past tense to indicate that someone has already been killed.

Use 'he was killed' when referring to a past event of someone being killed.

Alternatives:

  • he got killed
  • he was murdered
  • he was slain
  • he was put to death
  • he lost his life

He is killed

This phrase is correct and is used in the present tense to indicate that someone is currently being killed or is about to be killed.

Use 'he is killed' when referring to a current or imminent situation of someone being killed.

Alternatives:

  • he is being killed
  • he is about to be killed
  • he is getting killed
  • he is in the process of being killed
  • he is facing death

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