Meaning
To crush, in a metaphorical sense, refers to the act of overwhelming or subduing an opponent, idea, or emotion through intense force or influence, often resulting in a significant alteration of status or power dynamics. This term can also imply the oblite
💡 While commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts, the term "crush" can carry connotations of violence or oppression, which may not be appropriate in all discussions; thus, careful consideration of context is advised.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Before
the
meeting
,
Leyla
sat
by
the
window
and
tried
to
crush
the
last
stubborn
thread
of
hesitation
that
threatened
her
confidence
.
She
reviewed
her
notes
meticulously
,
reorganising
them
into
a
coherent
sequence
and
refining
each
point
until
it
was
clear
and
concise
.
When
colleagues
filed
in
,
she
focused
on
steadying
her
breath
and
preserving
composure
,
aware
that
a
calm
demeanour
would
strengthen
her
credibility
.
The
proposal
demanded
measured
evidence
and
articulate
responses
,
so
she
anticipated
questions
and
prepared
succinct
answers
.
By
the
time
she
began
to
speak
,
her
practiced
delivery
had
mitigated
most
of
her
nerves
and
the
room
listened
attentively
.
Common Phrases
crush dissent
crush opposition
crush one's spirit
Synonyms
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