PITTING Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

pitting

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Definition of pitting

present participle of pit

as in denting

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But perhaps the biggest test for Moore will be navigating the management of this year's elections without denting the bipartisan tone that typically defines the NGA.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
Running for five seasons into September 1977, the hourlong drama with comic elements never was a ratings hit, only denting the year-end primetime Top 30 once in the three-network universe.

— Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 10 July 2026

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