Crushing Definition & Meaning

crushing
adjective
  1. physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination; "a crushing blow"; "a crushing rejection"; "bone-crushing"
noun
  1. forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority; "the suppression of heresy"; "the quelling of the rebellion"; "the stifling of all dissent"

"Crushing" in song lyrics

See how crushing is used in real songs:

  • "Causing much destruction cause I'm crushing"
    The D.O.C. — No One Can Do it Better
  • "My watch my wrist, my neck so crushing"
    H.A.W.K. f/ DJ Screw, Lil' Keke, E.S.G., C-Note — I Can Make You Dance
  • "The tumultuous maelstrom is bone crushing"
    Hieroglyphics — Think Again

Usage tips for "crushing"

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