Answer: hammered

AnswerCrossword Clue
HAMMEREDDid some carpentry
HAMMEREDMade persistent attempts.
HAMMEREDPounded
hammeredDrive or secure (something) by striking with or as if with a hammer
hammeredWork hard and persistently
hammeredInstill (an attitude, idea, or habit) forcefully or repeatedly
hammeredUtterly defeat in a game or contest
hammeredHit or beat (something) with a hammer or similar object
hammeredHAMMER, to strike repeatedly
hammeredStrike or knock at or on something violently with one's hand or with a hammer or other object
hammeredAttack or criticize forcefully and relentlessly