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manhandling

The word “manhandling” has 3 syllables: man-han-dling

It's pronounced as /ˈmænˌhæn.dlɪŋ/

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In the thesaurus, “manhandling” has 67 synonyms and 34 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for manhandling along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for manhandling

Antonyms for manhandling

Meanings of manhandling

  • verb
    1. To move something heavy by force of men, without aid of levers, pulleys, machine, or tackles.
    2. To assault or beat up a person.
    3. To mishandle; to handle roughly; to mangle.
    4. To control (a machine, vehicle, situation, etc.) by means of physical strength.

Example Sentences

  • The officer was accused of manhandling the suspect without cause.
  • He injured his back while manhandling a heavy crate.
  • The security footage showed them manhandling the protester.
  • She was scolded for manhandling the fragile packages.
  • They were caught manhandling the equipment during setup.

On this page you'll find 101 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to manhandling, such as: abusing, acclamation, adulation, advantage, aid, ambushing, approval.

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