as in whipping
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1
as in hitting
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
belted the baseball out of the park
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2
as in wrapping
to encircle or bind with or as if with a belt
belted the little boy's pants tightly so they would stay up
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3
as in pounding
to strike repeatedly
belted the punching bag relentlessly
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4
as in speeding
to proceed or move quickly
the boy went belting along on his skateboard
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Recent Examples of belting
Devon Ivie, Vulture, 10 June 2024
Cuomo and Clarkson split the lead vocals, with the American Idol adding some of her signature powerhouse belting into the mix.
—Jack Irvin, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
Charlie Mason, TVLine, 8 Oct. 2024
The singer captured the night belting out through the wind and rain on the world’s stage.
—Meredith Woerner, Variety, 7 Oct. 2024
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Noun
The belting was clear, but some of the quieter moments were muffled.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 10 June 2024
Cuomo and Clarkson split the lead vocals, with the American Idol adding some of her signature powerhouse belting into the mix.
—Jack Irvin, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
Verb
Despite some audible nerves, the season’s youngest contestant was spectacular, tackling jaw-dropping runs and belting with remarkable power and clarity.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 8 Oct. 2024
The singer captured the night belting out through the wind and rain on the world’s stage.
—Meredith Woerner, Variety, 7 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for belting
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Miller went from being a turnover-prone whipping boy in 2022-23 under Bruce Boudreau to driving above-average two-way results despite taking on the toughest matchups of all Canucks forwards.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 4 July 2024
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KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Stand Mixer The iconic KitchenAid stand mixer makes easy work of whisking, kneading, whipping, and mixing with its 10 speeds, handy attachments, and large stainless mixing bowl.Isabel Garcia, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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Despite the heavy-hitting lineup, none of the above felt remotely corporate, overly earnest, or organized within an inch of its life, as so many charity events are.Vogue, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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As a team, the Trojans capitalized on their opportunities at the free-throw line, hitting 22 of 25 attempts, while the Bulldogs only made six trips to the stripe.Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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But, that reality doesn’t stop the evangelists from pounding their chests and boldly declaring that everything from babies to Roombas should be put on chain.Jordan Yallen, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Hike through thrilling jungle terrain, explore a breathtaking network of underground caverns, and rappel down a stunning waterfall with a heart-pounding descent into the Belizean rainforest.Patricia Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement In 2022, a woman filed for a restraining order against Sweeting, accusing her of punching her repeatedly in the head and kicking her in the chest.Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The machines offer the option for a purchaser to make a donation covering everything in the machine by punching the number 7 button three times, event organizers said.Doug Thompson, arkansasonline.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Loyal listeners were sorely disappointed, lashing out at Spotify with memes and mockery.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Anxiously attached individuals may react by lashing out or masking fears with overly positive behaviors, reflecting their struggle between seeking connection and fearing rejection.Mark Travers, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Efficient logistics and supply chain management are critical to driving profitability and maintaining competitiveness in a global market.Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Forbes convenes and curates the most influential leaders and entrepreneurs who are driving change, transforming business and making a significant impact on the world.Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Even more alarming is that Fickell, paid handsomely to find answers, had none following the thrashing from Nebraska.Jesse Temple, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
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The racial abuse allegedly took place as Barca celebrated one of its goals in a 4-0 thrashing of its bitter rival at the Bernabeu on October 26, which helped the Catalans boast their current six-point lead at the top of La Liga.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
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Robinson again warns her off, firmly telling her no, but Bella continues whimpering, stamping her feet, and—for good measure—licking her lips.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Refrain from licking, picking or biting your lips.Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Belting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belting. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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