beat up

Example Sentences

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The success of the bearded, ass-kicking Ranger marked a stunning reversal of fortune for Norris, who grew up a shy, unathletic child, who "used to daydream about being strong...to beat up the bullies".

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Donald Trump's youngest son contacted UK police saying he witnessed a friend in London being "beat up" during a video call, a court has heard.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

Another wrote, “People driving beat up, dime a dozen F150s have ruined it for people who were doing genuine restorations and such.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

The Buccaneers are beat up on both sides of the ball, and Baker Mayfield hasn’t been sharp, but desperation can be a powerful healing agent.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

I could feel it going down my throat like a little white round superhero pill on its way to beat up all the bad stuff in me.

From "Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key" by Jack Gantos