Flog and Thump

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

Nearby Word: flogging

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

Usage example: thumped the desk with his hand as he delivered his speech

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Flog and thump are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Flog" instead a verb "Thump".

Nearby Words: thumping, thumped, thumper

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