third degree

Example Sentences

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But how can she get married when her father subjects any man she dates to the third degree?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Tuliaupupu is now pursuing his third degree, as he already earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration in 2022, before earning his master’s degree in project management.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 11, 2026

We give you the third degree in this week’s Slate News Quiz.

From Slate • May 30, 2025

Medics initially told her the injury wasn't too bad - a second degree tear - but then re-diagnosed and repaired it as a more serious third degree.

From BBC • Aug. 14, 2023

“I already got the third degree from Maddie.”

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon