manhandle

Example Sentences

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The Huskies needed their wide receivers to manhandle Michigan’s defensive backs, and running back Dillon Johnson to deliver despite an array of injuries.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 8, 2024

It was now left to Ian to manhandle the larger section of the stone into the boot of the car.

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2022

I know Chase Young can manhandle a blocking sled.

From Washington Times • Sep. 27, 2021

Update: The Bruins won’t be able to manhandle the Wildcats inside like they did outmanned Arizona State because Arizona features a far more imposing front line.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2021

Then he unhitched his horse from the rocks and let it graze while he began to manhandle the first of the granite blocks into the trench he had already dug to receive it.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman