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rough up
verb as in handle harshly
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Example Sentences
Protesting villagers are roughed up, intimidated and even shot, as others flee into caves.
From Los Angeles Times
Now, once again, India’s corporate champion has been roughed up.
From New York Times
The Dodgers and the security personnel who work their games have repeatedly been found liable of acting inappropriately after guards roughed up fans, in some cases causing severe injuries.
From Los Angeles Times
They made plans to rough up people they disliked or suspected of crimes.
From New York Times
He picked up wonderful positions, roughed up opposition defenders, while also missing several chances alongside his two goals.
From BBC
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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