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Definitions for shoot-'em-up
ˈʃɒɒt əmˌʌpshoot-'em-up
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shoot-'em-upnoun
a movie featuring shooting and violence
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shoot-'em-up
A shoot-'em-up is a genre of video games that involves shooting as many enemies as possible and often features fast-paced, hectic gameplay. It typically works on a scrolling or top-down perspective, with the player controlling a character or vehicle armed with guns or other projectile weapons. The main goal is to survive and defeat a large number of enemies while avoiding their attacks. The genre includes sub-genres such as bullet hell, run and gun, and rail shooters.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of shoot-'em-up in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of shoot-'em-up in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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