Mistreating, Harming, or Dying

to communicate one's emotions, often negative, by misbehaving

The child was acting out because he was feeling neglected by his parents.

to deal with something or someone in a tough manner

The chef bawled out after tasting the poorly prepared dish.

to destroy completely, especially by fire

The intense heat from the explosion burned out the surrounding vegetation.

to put someone in a difficult position

The coach caught the players out by changing the game strategy at the last minute.

to strongly criticize someone in an angry manner

The manager chewed the employee out for missing the deadline.

to completely disappear or cease to exist

Some endangered species are at risk of dying out due to habitat loss.

to prevent someone from having or receiving something that is rightfully theirs

The con artist managed to do several unsuspecting individuals out of their life savings through a fraudulent scheme.

to physically or verbally attack someone or something forcefully

He was so angry that he hit out at the wall, leaving a dent.

to make someone or something unconscious

The anesthesia will knock you out before the surgery.

to express strong criticism or disapproval in a harsh and uncontrolled way

The frustrated teacher is lashing out at his students for their behavior.

to lose consciousness

It was so hot in the room that she felt like she was going to pass out.

to betray one's principles or values for personal gain or convenience

Some musicians resist the temptation to sell out and remain true to their music.

to cause something to lose its functionality or good condition over time or through extensive use

The constant use of the computer mouse wore it out quickly.

to entirely remove something

They wiped the stain out from the carpet using a cleaning solution.