Etymology
Origin of hounding
Example Sentences
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His creditors and vendors—such as cell-tower builders—are hounding him for repayment, and he should have to honor his debts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
Hadwick argued that hounding bears would increase their fear of humans, which she said some are starting to lose: “We’re keeping them in the forest, where they belong.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2025
Etzebeth continued to loom large over Van Poortvliet, hounding the Leicester nine and disrupting England's plans to exit their own territory.
From BBC • Nov. 16, 2024
She also was a major reason for Clark’s early offensive struggles, hounding the guard.
From Seattle Times • May 14, 2024
“No, but I’ve heard that she’s been hounding Ambassador Kennedy for information about Willa.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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