noun
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the material used to make a belt or belts
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belts collectively
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informal a beating
adjective
Etymology
Origin of belting
Example Sentences
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They know it won't happen, but it won't stop Manchester United's fans belting out their ode to the Brazilian when he makes his final Old Trafford appearance for the club against Nottingham Forest on Sunday.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
Trump stepped on to a red carpet at the Great Hall of the People to hundreds of flag-waving children and a military band belting out the Star-Spangled Banner.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
An activity that instantly makes me feel like a kid again is singing — OK, more like belting — my favorite song into a microphone while surrounded by loved ones.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
Anderson’s most memorable moment was belting a decisive three-run double in Game 7 of the only World Series ever played by the Angels.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
I nod and take the sword, belting the scabbard around my waist.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
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