Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cranking
Verb
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Prosecutors and Urbina’s defense are expected to argue the motion during Urbina’s next hearing in the winding case this month.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025 -
Horan, who previously coached on seasons 23 and 24, knows the winding roads of performing on singing competition shows all too well.—
Briana Edwards,
EW.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Many are still reeling from the news of the trade.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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But if Maiava, who matched a career-high in touchdown passes on Saturday, can continue to get the ball to playmakers like Lemon and Lane, the Trojans could have opponents reeling.—
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Cranking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cranking. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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