Present participle for to demonstrate or expose to the falsehood of something
“The very fact of her being a healer seemed to shoot down his theory that the Wilcoxes were seeking the man with the healing powers because they had no one like that in their own clan.”
Present participle for to brusquely reject or turn down a request or proposal
“Calmly and resolutely, he held his ground, undaunted by their attempts to shoot down his proposal.”
Present participle for to refuse, or to vote against
“In their bid to shoot down the bill, many of our Distinguished Senators and Honorable Members have variously dressed it in false garbs.”
Present participle for to criticize or pillory, typically harshly
“I want to hear what he has to say, and then I'm going to let my innovative phraseology fly and shoot down his arguments once and for all.”
Present participle for to subject to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior
“I'm increasingly annoyed with her questions, but hesitant to shoot down her attempts to be personable.”
Present participle for to kill or destroy by shooting
“When he got the opportunity, he would steal from his hiding-place, and, with his long rifle, shoot down his enemies.”
Present participle for to shame or put down
Present participle for to blame or insult (someone) in strong or violent language
Present participle for to shoot someone or something with a gun
Present participle for to beat in a contest
Present participle for to physically bring to the ground
Present participle for to cause damage to something with the intent of disabling it
Present participle for to climb down using one's limbs
Present participle for to corrupt or pervert the quality or character of someone or something
Present participle for to nullify or put an end to, especially formally
Present participle for to attack or besiege, especially militarily
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