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Send somebody to Coventry

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Social Punishment

This phrase means to socially isolate someone as a form of punishment without any physical actions.

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She spread rumors, so the class sent her to Coventry.
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British Origin

The phrase is uniquely British, from a historical event during the English Civil War.

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The new student didn't understand when he was sent to Coventry, since he grew up in Canada.
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Silent Treatment

It's an informal way to refer to the act of giving someone the silent treatment.

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After the argument, Lara sent her boyfriend to Coventry.
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