beating up

Example Sentences

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When not trying to edge out Gicurasi, Ubwuzu is beating up Imfura, another younger male whose defeat at the hands of Ubwuzu begins his ostracization from the group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

White has ridiculed Hearn for saying he was heartbroken by Benn's exit, claiming he feels he has come into boxing and is "beating up babies".

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Crowe is 17 years old and still beating up on players who were held back a grade or two.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

Some Palestinians have even vented their anger against Hamas, shouting insults at officials or beating up policemen in scenes unimaginable just a month ago, witnesses say.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 9, 2023

The girl was like a sister to him, but, if he needed help beating up a gang of thugs or subduing a victory goddess, Piper was not the first person he’d turn to.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan