meatgrinder vs throb

meatgrinder

noun
  • A process that is likely to be injurious in a non-physical way. 

  • A device for cutting meat into very small pieces. 

  • An activity with a high casualty or attrition rate, such as a military battle or an occupational or athletic activity. 

  • The mountainous second day of the race was a real meatgrinder, with 20% of racers dropping out. 

throb

noun
  • A beating, vibration or palpitation. 

verb
  • To pound or beat rapidly or violently. 

  • To pulse (often painfully) in time with the circulation of blood. 

  • To vibrate or pulsate with a steady rhythm. 

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