batter

Example Sentences

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The tensions present a diplomatic challenge for the U.S. and threaten to expand conflicts in a region already battered by two years of war between Israel and Iran and its allied militias.

From The Wall Street Journal

The country's economy, already battered by decades of Western sanctions, was further strained after the United Nations in late September reinstated international sanctions linked to the country's nuclear programme that were lifted 10 years ago.

From Barron's

The result was a pitch too far in favour of the bowlers but I would still question the application and methods of some of the batters on both sides.

From BBC

"With 20 wickets falling on the first day, 16 on the second day and no batter even reaching a half-century, the pitch was 'Unsatisfactory' as per the guidelines and the venue gets one demerit point."

From BBC

In playing terms, he was a specialist, and a very accomplished one as an opening batter for Glamorgan and England.

From BBC