1
as in to draw
to shape with a hammer
medieval artisans hammered brass into various bowls and trays, which they then embossed with elaborate designs
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2
as in to hit
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
hammer a nail hammered the ball for a home run
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3
as in to pound
to strike repeatedly
tried hammering the door to wake them up the crops were hammered with hail
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4
as in to scold
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
the critics have long been hammering the stage actress for resorting to the same mixed bag of mannerisms over and over
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as in sledgehammer
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Recent Examples of hammer
Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2025
Kuhio fell behind 1-2, then hammered a 2-2 fastball.
—Matt Jones, Arkansas Online, 18 Apr. 2025
David Schutz, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2025
But Bix manages to grab a hammer and gets a hard shot to the rapist’s dome.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Verb
California’s economy is heavily dependent on trade with China, Canada and Mexico, three countries that Trump has hammered with import taxes in an escalating trade war.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2025
Kuhio fell behind 1-2, then hammered a 2-2 fastball.
—Matt Jones, Arkansas Online, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
Marie was shot four times before her head was beaten repeatedly with a hammer.
—David Schutz, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2025
But Bix manages to grab a hammer and gets a hard shot to the rapist’s dome.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hammer
Verb
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In this scenario, weakness in the U.S. dollar could draw more to visit, according to the JPMorgan report.—
Monica Pitrelli,
CNBC,
13 May 2025
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The show, which is said to be drawing inspiration from 'prestige' drama series like True Detective and Slow Horses, was created by Chris Mundy (Ozark), DC Comics veteran Tom King (Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow), and Damon Lindelof (The Leftovers).—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
13 May 2025
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Prosecutors say Read deliberately hit O’Keefe, 46, outside the home a fellow cop and left him for dead in a drunken rage.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Here’s what has changed: The Chiefs separated their project from the Royals’ plans for a new ballpark that asked voters to hit a moving target in April 2024.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
13 May 2025
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Conforto, representing the tying run, pounded a 95.2 mph groundball for an inning-ending double play.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
9 May 2025
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My heart was pounding through my chest standing there hitting.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2025
Verb
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After performing spirited pieces from the Prime Video superhero drama at Deadline’s Sound & Screen: Television event, composers Christopher Lennertz and Matt Bowen were asked if they’ve ever been scolded for going too far with their music.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
8 May 2025
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Similar circumstances were noted at most airports across the country, with media reporting that those without a Real ID have faced little more than a scolding from TSA agents or a reminder to book an appointment soon to get a Star Card.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
7 May 2025
Noun
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Opponents of the bill argue that in their quest for affordability, supporters have either picked the wrong villain — or, at the very least, approached the problem with a sledgehammer when what’s needed is a scalpel.—
Ben Christopher,
Mercury News,
16 May 2025
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In a matter of weeks, the Administration effectively took a sledgehammer to the agency, crippling its life-saving work, leaving thousands of Americans unemployed, and millions around the world who depend on American generosity struggling for survival.—
Jennifer Lotito,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
Verb
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Trump could be the right leader to forge compromise.—
J. Tedford Tyler,
Time,
17 May 2025
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Reflecting on their experience in Houston, the Aluminum Narwhals cherished the competition, forging new connections, making quick decisions, and strengthening team bonds.—
Claire Lin And Kyle Vu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Remember, as little as 6 inches of moving water can knock you off your feet.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2025
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On Monday, prosecutors showed the jury footage from a 2016 incident at a Los Angeles hotel in which Combs is shown approaching Ventura in a hallway and knocking her to the floor before kicking her and dragging her back into their hotel room.—
Conor Murray,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Verb
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Fundraising craters, and both tech and blockchain are left licking their wounds.—
Tomer Warschauer Nuni,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
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To stop their younger golden retriever Cooper from licking his ears, Tucker had a medical cone.—
Matt Robison,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Hammer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hammer. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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