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to ram
01
to crash violently into an obstacle
Intransitive: to ram into an obstacle or surface
Examples
The car lost control on the icy road and rammed into the guardrail.
02
to forcefully push for something to be accepted or approved, often using strong actions to overcome resistance
Transitive: to ram a decision or plan
Examples
The government attempted to ram the controversial bill despite widespread opposition.
03
to strike an object, often with the purpose of causing damage or disruption to its function
Transitive: to ram sth
Examples
The pirate ship rammed the enemy vessel, aiming to sink it and plunder its cargo.
Ram
01
a fully grown male sheep capable of breeding
Examples
The farmer selected a strong ram for breeding.
02
a device used to drive or push objects by repeated or sudden impact
Examples
The construction crew used a ram to drive stakes into the ground.
03
the zodiac sign entered by the sun at the vernal equinox, lasting approximately from March 21 to April 19
Examples
Aries, represented by the ram, is known for its energetic traits.
04
an individual whose sun sign is Aries
Examples
My friend is a ram and tends to be very assertive.
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