Crush

usgb/krʌʃ/
verb

To press something very hard so that it is broken or its shape is destroyed.

She crushed the can with her foot.
Visual representation of "crush" - To press something very hard so that it is broken or its shape is destroyed

Often appears as...

  • crush something into pieces
  • crush something to smitherines
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Physical Pressure

Used when something is flattened or broken with force.

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Recycling plants crush bottles and cans for easier transport.
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Final Result

Implies the object is changed beyond recognition or use.

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The sculpture fell and was crushed into countless pieces.
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