fustigated

Definition of fustigatednext
past tense of fustigate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fustigated
Verb
  • These scourged the poor harder than anyone else.
    Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 31 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Something that really smacked me in the mouth is taxes.
    Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
  • In the opening minutes of the game, Victor Wembanyama drove in transition on Sam Hauser and got smacked in the nose and mouth, going down in pain for an extended period.
    Jared Weiss, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The lobbyists, Staples said, had the debate wrapped up tight long before the farmers even knocked the dirt off their boots and entered Congress.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Police said the crash knocked both the operator and his passenger off the e-scooter.
    Jose Fabian, CBS News, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Ulta Beauty shares are getting whacked this morning, down over 7%.
    Jim Cramer, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Jeff whacked it on the head, then ripped a gill.
    Kim Cross, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The administration has also slapped tariffs on some specific products, including steel, lumber, and cars.
    Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
  • The ingredients aren’t random cocktail names slapped onto standard drinks — they’re built to match the films.
    Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Ready for a chopped, tussled look?
    Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (white and green parts) and reserve.
    Stella Fong, Outside, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Fustigated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fustigated. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.

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