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The correct spelling is crushed.
How to pronounce crushed
verb
IPA: /kɹʌʃt/
Say it like: Cru-she-d
The correct spelling is crushed. To press between two hard objects; to squeeze so as to alter the natural shape or integrity of it, or to force together into a mass. For example: "to crush grapes"
Usage Examples
“to crush grapes”
“to crush quartz”
“After the corruption scandal, the opposition crushed the ruling party in the elections”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To press between two hard objects; to squeeze so as to alter the natural shape or integrity of it, or to force together into a mass.
- 2.To reduce to fine particles by pounding or grinding
- 3.To overwhelm by pressure or weight.
- 4.To oppress or grievously burden.
- 5.To overcome completely; to subdue totally.
adjective
- 1.Pulverized, rendered into small, disconnected fragments.
- 2.Broken, saddened, depressed.
- 3.Of a fabric, having the appearance of having been crushed.
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