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Duff up

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Violence implied

The phrase suggests physical harm, used in serious or threatening situations.

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If you cheat again, they might duff you up after the game.
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Intensity varies

Can mean minor to severe beating, depending on context.

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He got duffed up a bit during the scuffle, nothing too bad.
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Informal slang

It's slang, so it's not appropriate for formal contexts.

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I wouldn't use 'duff up' in our report to the board.
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