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To examine through the sense of touch
Present participle for to physically assault or attack someone
“Blake seemed prepared to physically manhandle the scientist when the strained voice of Pete Walsh stopped him in his tracks.”
Present participle for to inflict emotional or physical harm or distress upon
“And when the young reporter spoke out, there was Armstrong to manhandle and humiliate him in front of the peloton.”
Present participle for to move something heavy by force
“I recall having to manhandle a heavy garden statue of Hermes, cast in lead, which we had been asked to look after while the owners moved house.”
Present participle for to exert force or pressure on
Present participle for to brawl with someone, especially by grabbing them aggressively
Present participle for to handle roughly or clumsily
Present participle for to bump, knock or push roughly
Cruel or harmful treatment or abuse
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