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Hammering

Verb / ˈhæmɜ:ɪŋ / Another word for hammering — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of hitting something repeatedly with a hammer or another object.

Synonyms & similar words

hammer pound pounding forge pounding beating striking knocking banging thumping smashing whacking hitting driving tapping rapping pummeling whipping bludgeoning buffeting clubbing lashing slugging thrashing

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Example sentences

  1. He was hammering the metal to make it flat.
  2. The construction worker was hammering nails into the wood.
  3. She was hammering the clay to make a bowl.
  4. The blacksmith was hammering the heated iron to shape it.
  5. The drummer was hammering the drums with all his might.

Quotes

  • I have never seen a nail that looked as if it was hammered in straight. - Unknown
  • When all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail. - Abraham Maslow
  • If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail. - Bernard Baruch

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