Spreadeagle (Verb)
Meaning
Defeat disastrously.
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
Examples
- The home team was spreadeagled by their arch-rivals in the championship final, losing by a whopping 30 points.
- Their defense was spreadeagled by the opposing team's relentless offense, leading to a crushing defeat.
- The challenger's unorthodox strategy was spreadeagled by the reigning champion's masterful play, ending their hopes of victory.
- The visiting team was spreadeagled by the host team's dominant performance, setting a new record for the largest margin of victory.
- Their opponent's skillful tactics spreadeagled the team, forcing them to concede defeat in the tournament semifinals.