1
as in bumping
to come into usually forceful contact with something
the truck suddenly swerved and rammed into the side of a building
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as in cramming
to fit (people or things) into a tight space
rammed as many candies into his mouth as he could fit
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as in speeding
to proceed or move quickly
I threw myself out of the way as a car rammed through the crosswalk
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Recent Examples of ramming
He was taken into custody after firing his weapon at an officer who stopped him by ramming his vehicle.
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Robb Murray, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
The woman, Marimar Martinez, is accused of closely pursuing the agent and ramming into his car.
—Omar Jimenez, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
The Philippine government has released footage showing Chinese vessels using water cannons and ramming maneuvers while intercepting its ships.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Johnson reportedly regained control of the vehicle and attempted to flee again, but police executed a ramming technique, known as a tactical vehicle intervention, to disable the vehicle, the release says.
—Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2025
After ramming the police SUV, the man exited his vehicle while holding a hunting knife that was more than 6 inches long, county authorities said.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 23 Oct. 2025
Nonlethal measures such as ramming and spraying water cannons are used first with deadly force against those who resist.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
Michael Burreec, a witness to the car ramming, told ABC San Diego affiliate KGTV that the incident occurred in a residential neighborhood with a 20 mph speed zone and a day care center nearby.
—Luke Barr, ABC News, 23 Oct. 2025
Others are still facing charges for more serious accusations, including for allegedly ramming an agent’s car.
—Nicole Foy, ProPublica, 21 Oct. 2025
Robb Murray, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
The woman, Marimar Martinez, is accused of closely pursuing the agent and ramming into his car.
—Omar Jimenez, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
The Philippine government has released footage showing Chinese vessels using water cannons and ramming maneuvers while intercepting its ships.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Johnson reportedly regained control of the vehicle and attempted to flee again, but police executed a ramming technique, known as a tactical vehicle intervention, to disable the vehicle, the release says.
—Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2025
After ramming the police SUV, the man exited his vehicle while holding a hunting knife that was more than 6 inches long, county authorities said.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 23 Oct. 2025
Nonlethal measures such as ramming and spraying water cannons are used first with deadly force against those who resist.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
Michael Burreec, a witness to the car ramming, told ABC San Diego affiliate KGTV that the incident occurred in a residential neighborhood with a 20 mph speed zone and a day care center nearby.
—Luke Barr, ABC News, 23 Oct. 2025
Others are still facing charges for more serious accusations, including for allegedly ramming an agent’s car.
—Nicole Foy, ProPublica, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramming
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Bolstering that pair — or, even better, the second pair, and bumping down rookie Axel Sandin-Pellikka to the third — would go a long way toward solidifying the blue line.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The notice also says the positions involved aren’t tied to a union, so bumping rights don’t apply.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Jan. 2026
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Coffee maker brands have, increasingly, been cramming more and more brewing options into a single machine.—
Emily Farris,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
31 Oct. 2025
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Now Governor Healey and the homeless industrial complex have set their heart on over-cramming capacity on Redlands Road.—
Lou Murray,
Boston Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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The manufacturers and developers at the hearing told legislators that creating incentives, simplifying building codes and speeding up project reviews would help the industry grow.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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Dash camera video captured the teen speeding away from the traffic stop and narrowly missing a deputy standing in the road.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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Instead of slamming it home, Antetokounmpo soared over the defenders to make an improbable catch, landed and flicked an on-target pass to Rollins for a corner 3 before falling out of bounds to give Milwaukee a 14-point lead.—
Eric Nehm,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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His brief mention of the shutdown focused on slamming Democrats.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Bagail 6-piece Compression Packing Cube Set is just $19 and a game-changer for squeezing extra outfits into a carry-on.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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To check for ripeness, start by squeezing the fruit—ripe mangos should give slightly under pressure without feeling overly soft or mushy.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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While driving - Stick to the middle lanes and stay on elevated ground.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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After colliding with Sanchez’s vehicle, the driver allegedly continued to elude police and struck a recreational vehicle parked on private property.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2026
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The container is insulated and protected from weather and palletized for easy transport using a forklift for loading onto vehicles or aircraft.—
Gidget Fuentes,
USA Today,
5 Jan. 2026
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There might also be loading instructions in the machine’s manual.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2026
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“Ramming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramming. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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