Defeats
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Defeat Means Friendship: Thuk Jae swore vengeance on Kil Dong for killing his brother, but after Kil Dong defeats Thuk Jae and then spares his life, Thuk Jae decides to follow him instead.
Source: Film / Hong Kil Dong - As a result, when Rena disarms and defeats Keiichi, instead of delivering a killing blow as she initially intended, she breaks down and cries at the realization of what she's done.
Source: Lighthearted Rematch - Julius defeats his by killing it Anji defeats hers by accepting and hugging her... she doesn't have as much luck against Soren Kavros' shadow self, though.
Source: Role Play / Floating Castle
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