crucify
verb (used with object)
to put to death by nailing or binding the hands and feet to a cross.
is crucifying
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present progressiveof crucify (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“The open/close strategy is crucifying businesses,” Michael Kill, chief executive of the Night Time Industries Association.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 21, 2021
"The open-close strategy is crucifying businesses," he added.
From BBC ● Dec. 21, 2021
What I don’t get is crucifying the likes of McCaffrey and Fournette for deciding otherwise.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 21, 2016
