Mangle and Pummel

Mangle

Mangle verb - To make or do (something) in a clumsy or unskillful way.

Pummel and mangle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pummel" instead a verb "Mangle".

Nearby Words: mangled, mangling

Pummel

Pummel verb - To strike repeatedly.
Usage example: pummeled the mugger with her fists until help arrived
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Synonyms for Pummel

Mangle and pummel are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Mangle" instead a verb "Pummel".

Nearby Words: pummelled, pummelling

Common collocations

face mangle face pummel face
enemies mangle enemies pummel enemies
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