Counts
Tries
Both words in one sentence
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Bullying a Dragon: Every single time Donald tries to scare someone with his costumes counts - especially when he tries Beast.
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However, instead of being brushed aside, Stubeck is morose over her death and Billy tries to reassure him by explaining that he cannot save everyone, and what counts is that he tried.
Source: Series / Death Valley -
Also counts as an example of Killer Cop, as when Ingram tries to reason with him, he takes out a flamethrower and torches you with it.
Source: Video Game / Deus Ex Nihilum
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