Flog and Slap

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Flog verb - To strike repeatedly with something long and thin or flexible.

Usage example: a graphic depiction of a sailor being flogged by the captain for disobeying orders

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Slap and flog are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Slap" instead a verb "Flog".

Nearby Word: flogging

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

Usage example: she was so mad that she slapped him right across the face

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Flog and slap are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Flog" instead a verb "Slap".

Nearby Words: slapped, slapping

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