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steamroll.

To flatten, as if with a steamroller.

9 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

verb/ˈstiːmˌɹoʊl/
  1. To flatten, as if with a steamroller.

  2. To ruthlessly crush or overwhelm.

    figuratively
    I tried to participate in a sports tournament, but got steamrolled by the better players there.
Where this word comes from

From steam + roll.

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