Flay and Smack

Flay

Flay verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.
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Synonyms for Flay

Smack and flay are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Smack" instead a verb "Flay".

Smack

Smack verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.

Flay and smack are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Flay" instead a verb "Smack".

Nearby Words: smacked, smacking, smacker

Common collocations

people flay people smack people
someone flay someone smack someone
forehead flay forehead smack forehead
anyone flay anyone smack anyone
Other words: opponent, son, enemies.
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