thrash
verb (used with object)
to beat soundly in punishment; flog.
thrashed
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past participleof thrash.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof thrash.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
thrashverb (used with object)to beat soundly in punishment; flog.
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's a dream for surfers, but can quickly become a nightmare for inexperienced swimmers thrashed by strong currents.
From Barron's ● Aug. 1, 2026
But the Japanese 14th seed - who arrived on Court One in yet another showstopping outfit - looked at home at SW19 as she thrashed Kasatkina.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
Sunday's talks were not the first time world issues have been thrashed out at the Burgenstock.
From Barron's ● Jun. 21, 2026
Angel’s eyelids fluttered, then her eyes rolled in fear as she thrashed her arms wildly, pulling off the oxygen mask and screaming in terror.
From "Forged by Fire" by Sharon M. Draper
