maul in a sentence
n.
π Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
To maul means to attack or handle someone or something roughly and violently, causing injury or damage.
Sample Sentences
- The bear began to maul the unfortunate hunter who had stumbled too close to its den.
- In the heat of the game, the player was afraid that a stray tackle might maul his chances of making the team.
- The stray dog would occasionally maul the local garbage bins, scattering their contents everywhere.
- During the wrestling match, his opponent tried to maul him with aggressive moves, but he managed to dodge each attack.
- The ferocious lion was known to maul any intruders that dared to enter its territory.
- The bear was known to maul any intruders that ventured too close to its territory.
- In the heated game, the opposing player attempted to maul his rival to gain possession of the ball.
- After the dog was provoked, it turned aggressive and began to maul the intruder.
- The fierce lion was able to maul its prey within moments, showcasing its hunting prowess.
- The childβs toy was so poorly made that it looked like it had been mauled by a wild animal after just a few uses.