Antedatings of Terminate, Termination, Prejudice (Euphemisms)

[Fred Shapiro]

The following citation antedates _terminate_ (OED, v. 4.c. (b), 1972) and
_prejudice_ (OED, n. 1.c., 1972):

1969 _N.Y. Times_ 14 Aug. 2  His [Chu Ven Thai Khac's] status as a double
agent was reportedly confirmed by the Central Intelligence Agency, which
... suggested that he either be isolated or "terminated with extreme
prejudice."


This citation antedates _termination_ (OED, 3.f., 1975):

1969 _N.Y. Times_ 1 Oct. 46  According to The Times, Khac is a victim of
termination with extreme prejudice.


Fred Shapiro


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