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Duff up

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Violence impliedPlay
The phrase suggests physical harm, used in serious or threatening situations. SlideIf you cheat again, they might duff you up after the game.
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Intensity variesPlay
Can mean minor to severe beating, depending on context. SlideHe got duffed up a bit during the scuffle, nothing too bad.
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Informal slangPlay
It's slang, so it's not appropriate for formal contexts. SlideI wouldn't use 'duff up' in our report to the board.