thrashed
Example Sentences
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When Broussard and his friend attempted to put Catzilla into the fishing basket, with the intention of then releasing it, the 50-pounder violently thrashed and slipped free.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
It meant Balogun could line up against Belgium, who routinely thrashed the hosts.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Sunday's talks were not the first time world issues have been thrashed out at the Burgenstock.
From Barron's ● Jun. 21, 2026
They thrashed Albania 4-0 in their qualifying group so who says they can't do it again?
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026
There was a plop as it landed in the water, then it thrashed around wildly for a few seconds before settling down.
From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl
