crushing
Example Sentences
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"There is a blanket of dust all day from all the mining and stone crushing," said Subhash Saini, whose brother died from what private doctors said was silicosis, an illness caused by breathing in dust.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
The cherry on top of a truly L.A. day came at the end of the night when the Dodgers delivered a blowout win, crushing the Rockies 15-6.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
Large black fenders are lowered to prevent the larger ship from crushing the smaller one.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
The mother, having dedicated her entire life to the revolution, is left with the crushing sensation that her dream has been betrayed.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
“You’re funny and smart and you bring out the best in people. I’m not crushing or anything. I’m just stating facts.”
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
