POUND OUT Synonyms: 11 Similar and Opposite Words

pound (out)

verb

Definition of pound (out)

as in to hammer out

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hammer out

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In a best-case scenario, the league and its players will hammer out a new CBA before any games are lost, but most observers expect to see the lockout extend through at least the latter portion of April.

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 6 Nov. 2026
That candidate will have 28 days to hammer out coalition agreements with prospective allies, and can then seek a 14-day extension.

— Ilan Ben Zion, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Nov. 2026

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pounds

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