crushed

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Big Tech stole the limelight in the years of zero interest rates when alternatives such as value stocks were crushed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

I was also parmesan-less, so I pivoted toward other salty pleasures instead: crushed bacon and a pan of toasted breadcrumbs made from the heel of a sourdough loaf.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

But their dreams of reaching back-to-back European finals were soon crushed when Jule Brand's late goal was allowed to stand following a Video Assistant Referee check that for lasted three minutes and 10 seconds.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

The stock jumped more than 6% after the company crushed expectations and raised its quarterly dividend by 5%.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

The Listener,’ quoted Fin-Kedinn, ‘Gives his heart’s blood to the Mountain. And the Shadow is crushed.’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver