Manhandle Meaning in English
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Definition
To handle someone or something in a rough or forceful way, often using too much physical strength. It can also mean to treat a person with little respect or care.
Usage & Nuances
Often informal and sometimes used for physical treatment of people (can imply aggression or abuse), but also for objects handled roughly. Common collocations: "manhandle a suspect," "manhandled the suitcase." Usually negative; avoid in polite contexts.
Example Sentences
The guards manhandled the thief out of the store.
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Be careful not to manhandle the fragile boxes.
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He had to manhandle the sofa up the stairs by himself.
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He felt angry after being manhandled by the police.
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Don’t manhandle the printer—it’s already broken.
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They were accused of manhandling peaceful protesters.
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