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What does 1 Samuel 29:5 mean?

Isn't this the same David they sing about, saying, 'Saul killed his thousands, but David killed his tens of thousands'? 1 Samuel 29:5 - Modern Text Bible

(The Philistine commanders are reminding each other of David's reputation as a fierce warrior, especially his victories over their own people. They're worried about having him in their army.)