- present participle of smash.
smashing
Example Sentences
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The event was a smashing success, he said afterward, bringing in a record $5.1 million — up from $1.1 million at last year’s annual fundraiser — via donations and silent auction purchases.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
The World Baseball Classic was a smashing success this year, even as the United States started a rookie pitcher in the championship game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
He used the scoop and reverse scoop early and effectively against Prasidh Krishna, then pounced when he had knocked the India seamers off their lengths, smashing Arshdeep Singh over mid-wicket for six.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
An increase in solar wind and particles, known as a solar storm, can cause major disruptions by smashing through the magnetosphere.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
We were able to put the fire out, but only by knocking down the tree, smashing most of the ornaments, and ruining all our presents.
From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
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