beat up
Example Sentences
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The success of the bearded, ass-kicking Ranger marked a stunning reversal of fortune for Norris, who grew up a shy, unathletic child, who "used to daydream about being strong...to beat up the bullies".
From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026
Barron Trump, 19, contacted UK police from the US after allegedly seeing his friend being "beat up" during a video call last year.
From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026
Semiconductor stocks got beat up Tuesday, as did other companies tied to the AI trade.
From Barron's • Nov. 19, 2025
But if Smith was a little beat up physically, his mental approach and his ability to keep things simple never wavered.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 26, 2025
"Never mind, I am who I am. Just don't beat up your gums at me," I said, throwing him a newly acquired phrase.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
