Whup

usgb/wʌp/
verb

To defeat decisively, often in a competition or argument.

He whupped his opponent in the final match.
Visual representation of "whup" - To defeat decisively, often in a competition or argument.

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Informal

whup someone,whup in a fight,whup hands down

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Colloquial Usage

It's often used in informal speech to indicate a strong victory.

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He whupped them in the game; it was no contest.
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Humorous Tone

The term can be humorous and exaggerated when describing a loss.

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I thought I was tough until the little kid whupped me!
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Context Sensitivity

Usage can imply playful competitiveness rather than serious conflict.

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In a friendly game, we all just whup each other for fun.
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