battering

Example Sentences

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Firemen could be seen smashing in a window with battering rams and helping people climb out from inside in videos shared on social media.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

It added that he had decided to focus on battering Iran's missiles and navy, before looking to pressure Iran diplomatically to reopen the Strait.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

On June 11, he wrote: “Every time I read about the battering ram incident I’m just floored at how wild that is.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

I liked the way Arsenal responded to their setback against Wolves by battering Spurs.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

As they slept, the gale increased, battering other floes against their berg and chipping away at its edges.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong