sledging
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present participleof sledge.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
sledgenouna vehicle of various forms, mounted on runners and often drawn by draft animals, used for traveling or for conveying loads over snow, ice, rough ground, etc. -
a word form of
sledge.
sledgenouna vehicle of various forms, mounted on runners and often drawn by draft animals, used for traveling or for conveying loads over snow, ice, rough ground, etc.
Example Sentences
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There are, inevitably, cries of betrayal from Robert Jenrick's former colleagues, who are now indulging in the ritual sledging of his character.
From BBC ● Jan. 15, 2026
The crowds can be hostile and the Barmy Army are pretty good when it comes to sledging with witty songs.
From BBC ● Dec. 22, 2025
There was no aggression thrown at them, no sledging, nothing to throw them off their stride.
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2025
Australia's sledging perhaps masked some of their own struggles as they build towards hosting an Ashes series against England, with captain Pat Cummins hinting changes could be afoot for a forthcoming tour to West Indies.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2025
If the dogs spotted a penguin while on a sledging run, they would chase after it in spite of furious yells from the driver.
From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong
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