how to pronounce crushing
/ˈkɹʌʃɪŋ/
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crushing is pronounced in two syllables
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An example use of crushing in a speech by a native speaker of american english:
“… that is that is crushing and you know i …”
meanings of crushing
noun:
- The action of the verb to crush.
- Crushed material.
- A former method of execution by placing heavy weights on the victim.
adjective:
- Devastatingly disheartening.
- That crushes; overwhelming.
verb:
- Present participle of crush.
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