have gutted
- present perfect of gut.
Example Sentences
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The quarterback said he could have gutted through to play games but instead took a precautionary approach outlined by the training staff that focused on ensuring no problems would flare up during the season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2024
But watchdogs have long alleged that widespread corruption and mismanagement have gutted much of the country’s potential.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 23, 2023
We recognize that he ought to have failed a dozen times or more, and that his failure would have gutted the principle of human rights.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 23, 2022
Still, the Mariners weren’t necessarily tanking or trying to start a complete rebuild; if they were, they would have gutted everything.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 28, 2018
Marsh holds an iron candelabrum aloft, for the other candles have gutted and the room is shadowy.
From Patriotic Plays and Pageants for Young People by Mackay, Constance D'Arcy
