Batter down

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verb

To hit or strike at something heavily and repeatedly until it is destroyed or defeated.

The army had to batter down the door to enter the fortress.
Visual representation of "batter down" - To hit or strike at something heavily and repeatedly until it is destroyed or defeated.

Often appears as...

  • batter down the door
  • batter down the defenses
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Physical Force

The phrase often implies using physical strength or a tool to forcefully break something.

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During the riot, protestors tried to batter down the gate.
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Persistent Effort

It suggests a repeated action, not just a single hit or push.

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The relentless waves eventually battered down the sea wall.
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Metaphorical Use

Can be used metaphorically to mean overcoming challenges or opposition.

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She had to batter down many obstacles to achieve success.
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