Put somebody to rout

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verb

To defeat someone completely.

The championship team put their opponents to rout in the final game.
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Often appears as...

  • put enemy to rout
  • put team to rout
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Complete Victory

The phrase emphasizes an overwhelming or total defeat of one party by another.

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The underdogs put the top-ranked team to rout in a surprising twist.
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Military Origins

Originally used in military contexts, referring to a total defeat and scattering of an army.

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The smaller army put the invaders to rout despite the odds.
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Figurative Use

Can be used figuratively to describe any comprehensive defeat, not just in sports or battle.

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The debate team put their rivals to rout with well-prepared arguments.
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