wrecking

[ rek-ing ]

noun

1. the act, work, or business of a wrecker.

adjective

1. employed or for use in wrecking:

   a wrecking crew.

Word History and Origins

Origin of wrecking¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; wreck + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

“He’s wrecking havoc all over the place,” Cronin said of Clark, who added six rebounds, four points and two assists.

From Los Angeles Times

Because he thinks Trump will be better on the border and the economy, and because Trump has taken a wrecking ball to political correctness.

From Los Angeles Times

"After the previous government took a wrecking ball to projects aimed at tackling gender inequality, Labour is following in their footsteps by further abandoning women and girls when they need it the most," she said.

From BBC

“Current national climate plans fall miles short of what’s needed to stop global heating from crippling every economy, and wrecking billions of lives and livelihoods across every country.”

From BBC

Through four games, Gentry led the Trojans in tackles, tackles for loss and sacks as a one-man wrecking crew, capable of plugging holes or rushing off the edge.

From Los Angeles Times