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Uncommontorture
The correct spelling is torture.
How to pronounce torture
IPA: /ˈtɔːt͡ʃə(ɹ)/
Say it like: Tor-che-r
The correct spelling is torture. Intentional causing of somebody's experiencing agony For example: "In every war there are acts of torture that cause the world to shudder."
Usage Examples
“In every war there are acts of torture that cause the world to shudder.”
“Coventry City midfielder Josh Ruffels described his 11 months out injured as 'absolute torture' after the goalless draw with Derby County Under-21s. (http//www.ccfc.co.uk/news/article/eleven-months-of-absolute-torture-760652.aspx)”
“In the aftermath of 9/11, we did some things that were wrong. We did a whole lot of things that were right, but, we tortured some folks. We did some things that were contrary to our values.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.Intentional causing of somebody's experiencing agony
- 2.The "suffering of the heart" imposed by one on another, as in personal relationships
- 3.(often as "absolute torture") stage fright, severe embarrassment
verb
- 1.To intentionally inflict severe pain or suffering on (someone).
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