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Bulldozing Meaning in English

word · lemma: bulldoze

ˈbʊɫˌdoʊzɪŋ
BOOL-doh-zing
bˈʊldəʊzɪŋ
BOOL-doh-zing

Definition

The act of knocking down or clearing things with a bulldozer; also, forcefully pushing through obstacles or imposing something on others.

Usage & Nuances

Often used literally for construction/demolition, but also metaphorically for aggressive or forceful behavior (e.g., 'bulldozing an idea through a meeting'). More informal than formal. Common mistakes: confusing with simple 'destroying'—'bulldozing' implies force and machinery or pushiness.

Example Sentences

The workers are bulldozing the old house.

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They are bulldozing trees to build the new road.

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The city is bulldozing the abandoned buildings.

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He kept bulldozing his opinions over everyone else in the meeting.

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People complained about the company bulldozing community land for their project.

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Stop bulldozing your way through every discussion and listen for once!

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