batter
Example Sentences
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Software stocks have been mercilessly battered in recent weeks, and that trend has continued in a striking way to start this year.
From MarketWatch
But instead of proverbial smoke rising above Citi Field, Tucker, who turns 29 on Saturday, will land in Chavez Ravine’s batter’s box — the latest marquee free-agent signing by the two-time defending World Series champions.
From Los Angeles Times
Critics have noted the drill brings together nations with major diplomatic differences with the United States while Pretoria is seeking to improve its own battered ties with Washington.
From Barron's
Within two years of his arrival, the Crimson Hawks were battering opponents by three touchdowns per game en route to a 12-2 record and a conference championship.
Jamaica was battered by Hurricane Melissa, one of the strongest hurricanes ever to make landfall, generating losses of around $9.8 billion.
From Barron's
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