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I could murder a (something)

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3 September 2025

I could murder a (something)

We use this expression to say we are very hungry or thirsty.

Written: No

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

I'm hungry.

Me too. I could murder a pizza right now.

Example 2

You must be thirsty. You've been working in the sun all day.

Yes. I could murder a cold beer!

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