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are crushing

  • present progressive
    of crush.
    crush
    verb (used with object)
    to press or squeeze with a force that destroys or deforms.

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As you can see from this chart, big energy stocks are crushing the rest of the market so far this year.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026

“Most of these guys didn’t get a chance to win the national championship, but they are crushing it in life right now.”

From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2026

But by doing so, we are crushing young people’s shot at homeownership and growing their wealth.

From Barron's ● Mar. 14, 2026

"We are not going to break down barriers that are crushing creativity until we build an arts sector that treats class as a core inclusion issue," he said.

From BBC ● Jan. 26, 2026

"Get up, do!" exclaimed Mrs. Chatterton, in disgust; "you are crushing my gown, and besides I hate scenes."

From Five Little Peppers Midway by Margaret Sidney