Thrashes

To thrash is to strike or beat violently and repeatedly. It can describe the physical act of hitting, often with an object, as a form of punishment or to subdue something. Figuratively, 'thrashing' can also refer to overpowering or decisively defeating someone or something, such as in a competition. It can also convey the act of making wild, uncontrolled movements, such as struggling or flailing about. It can indicate a severe reprimand or criticism.

Thrashes meaning with examples

• The boxer thrashes his opponent with a flurry of punches, leading to a knockout in the third round. The crowd erupted with cheers as the champion's victory was all but sealed. The commentators were sure it was a thrashing that the losing boxer wouldn't recover from. This would be a fight that would remain in the history books.
• After the storm hit, the waves thrashed against the shore, eroding the coastline. The continuous pounding of the sea was a constant, terrifying rhythm, that was almost too much. The sea, and its endless ferocity, were a great reminder of the destructive power that nature possesses. The buildings could not stand against the waves.
• The visiting team thrashed the home team in the championship game, winning by a significant margin. The winning team enjoyed their victory, with the celebrations carrying on for the remainder of the evening. The losing team went back to the locker room, dejected after the loss. It was obvious to all that the defeat would be a tough pill to swallow.
• Lost in the rapids, the swimmer thrashed wildly in the water, struggling to stay afloat and find the safety of the shore. His fear of the water overtook him, and he knew he was running out of time. The rescuers had to make a daring jump to ensure he didn't drown in the river. They pulled the swimmer to safety.
• The teacher thrashes the student for their misbehavior with a scolding and a warning that such behavior would not be tolerated. The teacher was unhappy with the student, and his actions, so the thrashing had to come to a halt. He tried his best to control the student's demeanor. The student apologized and promised to do better going forward.