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Mangles Meaning in English

word · lemma: mangle

Definición

To damage something severely by crushing, twisting, or tearing it; can also mean to do something very badly, especially with words or information.

Uso & Matices

'Mangle' is more dramatic than 'damage'. Common with physical harm (like 'mangled metal'), but also figurative ('mangles a speech'). Often informal; avoid for minor damage.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

She often mangles English words when she speaks.

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The report was so badly mangled that nobody could understand it.

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If you rush, you’ll just mangle the recipe.

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His name always gets mangled by telemarketers.

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He mangles his shirt in the washing machine.

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The dog mangles his favorite toy every week.

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