Scathe and Slug

Scathe

Scathe verb - To criticize harshly and usually publicly.
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Slug and scathe are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Slug" instead a verb "Scathe".

Slug

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

Scathe and slug are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Scathe" instead a verb "Slug".
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