butting

Example Sentences

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“I spent years butting my head against the wall, like, ‘Why can’t I get more budget for this author?’”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Instead, investors doubled down on soaring precious metals as gold prices continued to break new ground, butting up close to $4,900 a troy ounce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

But just two years after ascending to power, that ability seems to have fizzled out – leaving Gachagua butting heads with the president and in a position where many legislators are pushing for his removal.

From BBC • Oct. 1, 2024

"Queer Planet," a new documentary now streaming on Peacock, opens with a pair of bighorn sheep, both males, who are literally butting heads.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2024

"And please forgive me for butting in on you like this. I am Matilda's teacher at school and it is important I have a word with you and your wife."

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl