battering
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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On June 11, he wrote: “Every time I read about the battering ram incident I’m just floored at how wild that is.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Fears that AI could replace traditional software companies spread across the market, battering shares in firms that build, license or invest in software systems.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026
They had outgunned Scotland, routing them at the breakdown, stifling their lethal runners, battering them in the collisions.
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026
Investors have enjoyed a broadly positive few days, which have provided some much-needed stability after last week's upheaval that saw assets from gold and silver to stocks and bitcoin taking a battering.
From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026
“Listen, we’re all right for the moment, but sooner or later something will have to be done about the battering ram. Has anyone got a good idea? I’m open to sensible suggestions.”
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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