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Inflict on

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Negative Action

The phrase often suggests a deliberate, rather than accidental, harmful action.

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The school bully was known to inflict pain on smaller kids.
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Strong Impact

Use 'inflict on' to emphasize a strong or intense effect of an action.

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The harsh criticism she inflicted on her team demoralized everyone.
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Recipient Required

Remember to specify who suffers as a result of what is inflicted.

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The earthquake inflicted severe damage on the coastal communities.
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