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inflict

[in-flikt] / ɪnˈflɪkt /
VERB
impose something
Synonyms
STRONGEST
exact expose levy wreak
STRONG
administer apply command deliver dispense extort force give require strike subject visit
WEAK
bring upon deal out force upon give it to lay down the law mete out stick it to
Antonyms
STRONG
hold keep take withhold

Example Sentences

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The broadening out of Operation Epic Fury into a regional conflict is starting to inflict serious economic pain on the Asian economies.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

“It now seeks to inflict additional pressure on the regime by making the living conditions for civilians intolerable.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

After routing their bitter rivals 4-1 in November, they made the short trip up the Seven Sisters Road to inflict another humiliating defeat that pushed Tottenham deeper into the relegation mire.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

Scotland battled back to inflict a heartbreaking Six Nations defeat on Wales in a thrilling game in Cardiff.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Then farmers use artificial fertilizer, which at best is expensive, and at worst may inflict longterm damage on the soil.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.