battering
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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“I’m worried that these attacks are battering the institution.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
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
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
Few players score two equalisers at the Nou Camp yet end up on the receiving end of a 7-2 battering like a stunned Anthony Elanga did.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
“Listen, we’re all right for the moment, but sooner or later something will have to be done about the battering ram. Has anyone got a good idea? I’m open to sensible suggestions.”
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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