wrench
verb (used with object)
to twist suddenly and forcibly; pull, jerk, or force by a violent twist.
has been wrenching
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present perfect progressiveof wrench (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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You probably think the stock market has been wrenching up and down like mad since the Iran war started at the end of February.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 17, 2026
It has been wrenching to see them struggle.
From New York Times ● Jan. 9, 2020
Lipska's illness has been wrenching for her husband.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 3, 2018
However, some rumors persist that expansion could still be percolating behind closed doors as a possible way out for the NBA to solve an issue that Stern last week said "has been wrenching."
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 25, 2013
