Trample

usgb/ˈtræmpl/
verb

To step heavily or roughly on something or someone, causing damage or harm.

The crowd trampled the flowers as they rushed towards the stage.
Visual representation of "trample" - To step heavily or roughly on something or someone, causing damage or harm.

Often appears as...

  • trample on
  • trample over
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Physical Action

‘Trample’ implies forceful, careless stepping that can ruin or hurt.

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The horses trampled the fence flat.
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Accidental Harm

Trampling can be unintentional when someone does not see what they step on.

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I didn't mean to trample your glasses!
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Emotive Imagery

Use ‘trample’ to evoke a strong image of carelessness or destruction.

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In the rush for the door, they trampled the handmade quilt.
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