beating (down)

Definition of beating (down)next
present participle of beat (down)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for beating (down)
Verb
  • Punk hit a rare shining wizard for a nearfall.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
  • The Lakers finished the game on a 29-8 run, with Doncic shining at both ends of the court.
    Oc Register, Oc Register, 25 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • El Moussa, 38, has her arm extended out to hold the phone and offers a beaming smile before passing it over to Haack, 42.
    Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
  • The post, with a photo of a beaming Rauber in front of crystal blue water, spoke of a family vacation in Maui with Rauber dancing at a luau.
    Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 26 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • An ice dam occurs when the snow piled on your roof begins to melt from the sun or the heat radiating from your home.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
  • The classic, expensive-looking accessory instantly dresses up any outfit, with the intricate design radiating luxury and elegance.
    Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Also inside are soothing Centella Asiatica, which brings down inflammation, with a powerful blend of tranexamic acid, kojic acid, niacinamide, and azelaic acid (essentially a Who's Who of brightening ingredients).
    Deanna Pai, Allure, 29 Jan. 2026
  • Moreover, white clothing and linens also typically thrive in warmer water (depending on fabric) and may benefit from brightening agents that may be too harsh for colored fabrics.
    Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Resilience is not rooted in things like taking a bubble bath or lighting a candle.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
  • The play features fun, contemporary costumes by Charlie Amon, playful handmade scenery by Jesus Hurtado, tension-building sound design by Michael Moretta, lighting by Stephanie Ma’alona and videos by Mariana Morin.
    Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
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“Beating (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beating%20%28down%29. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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