steamroller

noun

Definition of steamrollernext
as in juggernaut

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Recent Examples of steamroller In his first press conference with the Charlotte-area media, Freeling seemed like a big guy (6-foot-7, 315 pounds) with big energy — a steamroller with a lot of steam. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026 OnePlus is typically one of the first manufacturers out of the gate with its holiday hardware, and can be seen as a starting gun outside of the Apple/Samsung steamrollers. — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026 The 1926 storm was more like a steamroller, heaving its hurricane strength winds across 135 miles, from the Keys to West Palm Beach, for nearly 18 hours. — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026 The Arizona Wildcats are a steamroller in the men's national college basketball tournament, defeating Purdue last night with a wave of points and staunch defense to win their region and punch their ticket to the Final Four in Indianapolis. — Tyler Erzberger, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for steamroller
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juggernaut
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  • Authentic Brands Group has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the intellectual property of Care Bears, the cuddly residents of Care-a-Lot that became a merchandising and retail juggernaut and beloved children’s property.
    — Brent Lang, Variety, 30 June 2026
  • Since hitting theaters in May, Parsons’ feature debut has become an absolute box office juggernaut and an instant cultural sensation.
    — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 30 June 2026
Definition of juggernaut

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