Expressions (A–Z)
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Decree upon a Decree
See: "One does not enact a decree upon a decree".
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He raised him on a missile
Figuratively: He punished him severely.
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He who robs his friend of a mere penny is as if he takes his soul from him
See: "Whoever robs his friend of a mere penny is as if he takes his soul from hi...
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His hand was heavy on/ to treat severely (harshly)/ come down heavily upon/ to oppress
The hardship on another person's life. The imposition of restrictions.
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K
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Keep him on a short leash
Acted with strict control over him. Watched his actions with severity.
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M
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My father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with scorpions
Figuratively: I intend to be stricter or harsher; an expression of willingness o...
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Severity of the Law
See: "With all the severity of the law."
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T
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The sweet law
See: "He sweetened the judgment."
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Throwing bile in him, throwing bile in... / to terrorize/ rebuke/ treat harshly/ overawe
He cast terror upon..., He treated me harshly..., He treated me harshly...
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To criticize harshly (vehemently)
By metaphor: judged or punished him with great severity. Or: harshly criticized...
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