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pelting
This word conveys a sense of aggressive, rapid, and repetitive force. When used as a verb for attacking, it implies a barrage of projectiles rather than a single throw, often suggesting a chaotic or playful yet relentless assault.
In the context of weather or movement, it describes an intensity that is overwhelming or extreme. The term evokes a tactile sensation of impact, whether it is the sting of heavy raindrops or the blur of a vehicle moving at high velocity. It is more evocative and visceral than words like "raining" or "speeding."
Meanings
Examples
The children were pelting each other with snowballs in the yard.
The rain was pelting down so hard that we could barely see the road.
I can hear the rain pelting against the windowpane.
We had to run for cover because of the pelting rain.
He was pelting along the corridor to reach the meeting on time.
I should probably start pelting along if I want to catch the last train.