barreling

Example Sentences

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Because everyone also knows Antetokounmpo is at his best when he’s barreling toward the rim with the ball in his hands — during which time Doncic is going to be doing what?

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

In Asia, diesel markets are flashing a warning sign about possible shortages—a harbinger of what could be barreling toward Europe, Noel-Beswick added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Retooled Boston is barreling through the NBA—as Jayson Tatum’s return looms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Airlines canceled thousands of flights because of a winter storm barreling up the East Coast, but that’s not the only thing spreading chaos across the air travel industry.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

I have literally just dragged myself into the tangle of hushes at the base of the trees when there's Cato, barreling onto the plain, soon followed by his companions.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins