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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beating (in)
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Dip the bottom of each cutting in rooting hormone and shake off any excess rooting powder or gel.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026 -
Rogers brought the conversation back to Crockett later in the episode, cutting in to clarify his earlier remarks.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Jan. 2026
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The Israeli military said Hezbollah fired a drone toward northern Israel on Monday evening, adding that it was successfully intercepted.—
FADI TAWIL,
Arkansas Online,
3 Mar. 2026
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Restaurants, hotels, and shops are sprouting up at an unprecedented rate, adding texture to the city’s arts and dining scene.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Beating (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beating%20%28in%29. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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