hammered

Example Sentences

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McIlroy, with the adrenaline pumping, hammered his tee shot on the 170-yard par three 16th beyond the pin and off the back of the green.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Equity markets, which have been hammered since the war broke out on February 28, extended the week's gains.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The move blindsided shareholders and came after a profit warning and the war in Iran had already hammered the stock this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The recent fines issued by Cal/OSHA is not the first time the state agency has hammered the Sheriff’s Department.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

She hammered her paws loudly against the stones.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques