THRASHING (OUT OR OVER) Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

thrashing (out or over)

verb

Definition of thrashing (out or over)

present participle of thrash (out or over)

as in speaking (of)

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discussing

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When discussing Manchester City’s future with player representatives this summer, Hugo Viana has been stressing that the football is not going to change, because new manager Enzo Maresca shares the same philosophy as Pep Guardiola.

— Sam Lee, New York Times, 30 July 2026
Earlier this month, the conservative pundit Tucker Carlson got in on the act and devoted an entire episode of his podcast to discussing how companies like Flock are creating an always-on surveillance state for American citizens.

— T.M. Brown, CNN Money, 30 July 2026

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