cornering

present participle of corner

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cornering
Verb
  • The Department of Justice sued in 2024 to seek a breakup of Live Nation and Ticketmaster, accusing them of monopolizing markets across the live concert industry.
    Jody Godoy, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
  • The Justice Department and more than two dozen states sued Ticketmaster and Live Nation last year for allegedly monopolizing the live entertainment industry and driving up ticket prices.
    Julia Shapero, The Hill, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Maybe the white-haired woman in the Phillies hoodie has done something more egregious than being outhustled for a home run ball in the stands at LoanDepot Park in Miami, and then accosting the dad who retrieved it and gave it to his son for the kid's birthday.
    NEAL RUBIN, Freep.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The trailer features minimal dialogue, and Farrell, 49, is seen running through the streets and accosting casino employees at one point.
    Jack Smart, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • The reflective foil discourages unwanted insects and pests like slugs from approaching and harming the plants, but actually helps to attract butterflies.
    Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Snippets of Dorothy in her shiny silver heels and blue gingham dress can be seen throughout the clip as Glind walks down the aisle in a long white wedding train approaching Prince Fiyero.
    Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Additionally, the study claimed, 11% of those surveyed admitted to intentionally bumping others or confronting another driver out of frustration.
    Stuart Dyos, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
  • The loss of sister Traci Braxton in 2022 remains a central part of the family’s story, as the women search for healing while confronting new challenges.
    Shelby Stewart, Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Researchers revealed that to produce solar fuels such as green hydrogen, the light-absorbing molecules must transfer an electrical charge to an acceptor molecule.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 24 Sep. 2025
  • The pink helmets, sold in size small, do not comply with standards for absorbing impacts and stability when worn, nor with labeling and certification requirements.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Fans praised Johnson’s daring outfit on social media.
    Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Whether classic blue, daring black, or vintage light wash is calling your name, these finds all offer plenty of versatility, especially in the fall.
    Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The reconfiguration includes a wide promenade with a multi-use path fronting the project site.
    Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Now, 20 years later, Jenner is fronting a campaign for the nearly logo-less bag, recently revived by Chloé creative director Chemena Kamali.
    Miles Socha, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Four plays later, facing a 4th-and-1, Buettner scored on a 7-yard run to put the Pioneers on top 7-0.
    Frank Rajkowski, Twin Cities, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Instead of facing jailtime, a judge ruled that Jillian would undergo a two-year mental health diversion program, her attorney, Hilary Potashner, confirmed.
    Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
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“Cornering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cornering. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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