squashed

Example Sentences

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It won’t surprise you that nowadays our daydreaming time is shrinking, one more thing squashed by social media.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Desai said, as seeming moments of recovery in the past year or so were squashed by the L.A. wildfires, then last summer’s immigration crackdown and associated civil unrest.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

For example, the likes of pugs, Frenchies and English bulldogs all have issues with their breathing because of their squashed facial features and Scottish Fold cats suffer a lot from arthritis.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

Supporters say looser schedules centred around practical projects and outdoor activities help nourish creativity that is squashed by the national curriculum.

From Barron's • Dec. 30, 2025

He squashed the entire pie in his mouth and chewed it contentedly.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam