rough ride
The term "rough ride" can describe both a challenging experience and a specific form of police brutality.
Definition
B2General
(informal)A challenging or turbulent experience marked by difficulties or hardships.
Example
- She had a rough ride during her first year at the new job.
- The team faced a rough ride in the championship due to numerous injuries.
B2Transportation
(informal)A physically uncomfortable journey, often due to poor conditions.
Example
- The old bus made for a rough ride over the bumpy road.
- Passengers experienced a rough ride due to severe turbulence during the flight.
C1Law Enforcement
(slang, technical)A form of abuse where a handcuffed detainee is subjected to violent movements in a vehicle, causing potential harm.
Example
- The incident was investigated as a rough ride, leading to severe injuries for the detainee.
- The practice of giving rough rides has been condemned by human rights organizations.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "rough ride":
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