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Fran Perez, Oscar Valentin and Nobel Mendy struck for Rayo, who thoroughly deserved their triumph against an Atletico side that had thrashed Spanish champions Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey on Thursday.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

However, Real boss Carlo Ancelotti will be thankful for Benzema's clinical contribution in a contest where his side flattered to deceive against opposition they had thrashed in the reverse fixture less than a month ago.

From BBC • Nov. 3, 2021

Brazil gave the impression it could score when it wanted against Peru, a team the Selecao had thrashed 4-0 in the group stage of the tournament.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 5, 2021

France had thrashed Switzerland in the soccer World Cup, so largely assuring its place in the next round.

From Reuters • Jun. 22, 2014

With his pants undone he had fallen in and, to his partner’s horror, had thrashed once or twice before disappearing altogether beneath the surface of the moon-addled sea.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson