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Turf off

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Nuance of Aggression

Implies forceful removal, often because of misbehavior or conflict.

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After the fight broke out, security turfed off the instigators.
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British Slang

Mainly used in the UK, it's casual and may not be understood universally.

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He was cheating at cards, so we turfed him off.
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Not Literally

Used in a figurative sense; the person isn't necessarily thrown onto turf.

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She was turfed off the panel for not complying with the rules.
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