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rub the fear of God into
Language:
en
1.
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General
informal
colloquial
To instill profound fear or dread in someone in order to ensure obedience, deter wrongdoing, or compel compliance.
2.
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informal
To chastise or punish someone severely, whether verbally or physically, with the intention of frightening them into better behavior.
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