torturing
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(noun) the deliberate, systematic, or wanton infliction of physical or mental suffering by one or more persons in an attempt to force another person to yield information or to make a confession or for any other reason. Synonyms: torture. Example: "It required unnatural torturing to extract a confession."
Noun Definition 1
(verb) torment emotionally or mentally. Synonyms: torment, torture, excruciate, rack.
Verb Definition 1
(verb) subject to torture. Synonyms: torture, excruciate, torment. Example: "The sinners will be tormented in hell, according to the bible."
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