Example Sentences

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

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

"Utility bills are suffocating us. Prices are crushing us. It's very hard to get by."

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Walmart’s strong sales figures reinforce a long-term retail trend: Retailers that offer a perceived deal on necessary goods, plus relative convenience, are crushing competitors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

“There are so many entrepreneurs who are crushing it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2025

Directly after cutting, the fallen timber should be trimmed so as to remove branches that are crushing down any young growth or seedling.

From The School Book of Forestry by Pack, Charles Lathrop