barreling

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Definitions from WordNet

Verb barrel has 1 sense

barrel - put in barrels
--₁ is one way to put, set, place, pose, position, lay

Derived forms: noun barrel₄, noun barrel₂
Sample sentence:
Somebody ----s something

Definitions from the Web

Barreling

Definition:

Barreling refers to the act of moving rapidly or forcefully, typically in a straight line, often with the sound or motion of rolling, like a barrel.

Part of Speech:

Noun, Verb

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun): The action or process of rolling or moving with force.
Sense 2 (Verb): To move rapidly and forcefully in a straight line.

Usages:

Popular Usage (Noun):

The barreling of the waves made it an exciting day for surfers.

Popular Usage (Verb):

The motorcycle was barreling down the highway at high speed.

Local Usage (Noun):

In the local carnival, they had a fun activity called "barrel barreling" where participants rolled barrels.

Local Usage (Verb):

He was barreling through the crowded streets to catch a taxi.

Sample Sentences:

1. The thunderstorm was accompanied by strong winds, barreling across the plains.

2. The runaway train was barreling towards the village, causing panic among the residents.

3. The delivery truck was barreling down the narrow alleyway, narrowly missing a pedestrian.

4. We could hear the sound of a car barreling around the corner.

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