1. repeated or violent blows or strikes; a series of impacts or shocks
Usage: plural form; often used in literary or formal contexts
2. rough or turbulent treatment; adversity or hardship that batters or wears down
Usage: figurative use; often describes difficult circumstances or challenges

Examples

• The ship endured the buffetings of the storm throughout the night.
• Despite the buffetings of criticism, she remained confident in her work.
• The boxer absorbed the buffetings of his opponent's punches.
• Life's buffetings had made him stronger and more resilient.
• The small boat was tossed about by the buffetings of the waves.
• He faced the buffetings of misfortune with remarkable courage.