"Punctures" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The word "punctures" is a verb that means to prick or pierce someone's tires with a sharp object, typically to deflate them. It can also be used figuratively to describe a setback or a disappointment.
In addition to this meaning, "punctures" can also be a noun, referring to a hole made by a puncture, especially in a tire.
Example sentences:
The tire of my car got punctured on the way to work.
Her dreams were punctured when she received the bad news.
The word "puncture" is often used in the phrase "puncture of the tire," which is a common idiomatic expression.