smack down
"Smack down" is a versatile term often used to describe decisive actions or confrontations, commonly found in competitive, social, and informal contexts.
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Definition
B2Competitive Situations
(informal)To defeat someone thoroughly and decisively, often in a humiliating manner.
Example
- The underdog team managed to smack down the reigning champions in a stunning upset.
B2Social Interactions
(informal, colloquial)To humble or reprimand someone who is being overly confident or out of line.
Example
- She delivered a verbal smack down to the arrogant speaker during the debate.
B2Entertainment
(informal)A wrestling match or competition that is intense and dramatic.
Example
- The crowd went wild during the smack down at the wrestling event.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "smack down":
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