mauling

Example Sentences

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In a sport that was long defined by a handful of powerhouse programs mauling everyone in their path, Cinderella has finally crashed college football’s party.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

Two big cats potentially involved in the suspected New Year's Day mauling were euthanized, state wildlife officials said.

From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026

Romy is so caught up in her business that she’s nearly attacked by a dog on the street until a handsome stranger gives a whistle and stops the mauling moments before disaster.

From Salon • Dec. 23, 2024

Rodgers faced intense criticism in the aftermath of the Dortmund mauling and a debate about whether he was willing to adapt dominated the build-up to Wednesday's game.

From BBC • Oct. 23, 2024

Sitting there, it was easy to remember the island, the storm, the cold, the lightning, the fallen tree, the dead sparrows, and the mauling.

From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen