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Send somebody to Coventry

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Social PunishmentPlay
This phrase means to socially isolate someone as a form of punishment without any physical actions. SlideShe spread rumors, so the class sent her to Coventry.
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British OriginPlay
The phrase is uniquely British, from a historical event during the English Civil War. SlideThe new student didn't understand when he was sent to Coventry, since he grew up in Canada.
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Silent TreatmentPlay
It's an informal way to refer to the act of giving someone the silent treatment. SlideAfter the argument, Lara sent her boyfriend to Coventry.