squashing
- present participle of squash.
Example Sentences
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Concerns about AI squashing software company earnings turning into a run on private-credit funds lending to software firms.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 12, 2026
The retired farmer had queued up on November 29 at a launch of Bardella's new book in the southern town of Moissac, squashing an egg on his head when he reached him.
From Barron's ● Jan. 9, 2026
A woman in Japan has been arrested for allegedly squashing a bun at a convenience store and leaving without buying the packet of bread.
From BBC ● Feb. 14, 2025
County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, who spearheaded the proposal, said it is intended to keep housing affordable for renters without squashing the ability of mom-and-pop landlords to survive.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2024
I give Prim an angry shake and then hug her, squashing Buttercup between us.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
