trample on

Example Sentences

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"In Italy, we don't want those who trample on human rights and act outside of any democratic control," he wrote on X.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

Hordes of humans burn tons of jet fuel flying to faraway places so they can trample on sites known for their beauty and history.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2025

“When we think about China’s automotive manufacturing industry today, picture a modern-day Godzilla with the power to trample on and destroy anything that gets in its path,” Mr. Dunne said.

From Washington Times • Aug. 3, 2023

The United States said it wouldn’t support the resolution amid concerns that it could trample on a fundamental right to freedom of expression.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 11, 2023

Cecilia put the vase down and hurried over, and knelt down to retrieve the fragment before her sister began to trample on it.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan