It is only associated with mobs, and mob law-and Guillotining."
"The Maid of Maiden Lane"
Amelia E. Barr
In 1790 all titles of nobility were swept away; and though the Convention decreed "arms of honour" to brave soldiers, yet its generosity to the deserving proved to be less remarkable than its activity in Guillotining the unsuccessful.
"The Life of Napoleon I (Volumes, 1 and 2)"
John Holland Rose
"You know," muttered Massot, "they've all come to be thanked for Guillotining that man yesterday.
"Paris From the "Three Cities""
Emile Zola