Stab
Stab noun - A mark or small hole made by a pointed instrument.
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Tries
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The target tries to fight back by snapping off an American flag mounted in the room, which doesn't work and instead lets Sam stab a flag through his shoulder, which feels strangely symbolic.
Source: Video Game / Splinter Cell -
Stork tries to save him, but Repton tries to stab him instead.
Source: Take My Hand -
Girl with a Pearl Earring: Van Ruijven's attempt to rape Griet as well as when Catharina tries to suddenly stab the picture of Griet.
Source: Nightmare Fuel / Film
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