What does "Torture" mean?

causing severe pain or suffering

Synonym: torment, agony Opposite: comfort, ease

"Torture" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Arrested in '84 for torturing an animal?

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S3E4

What are you gonna do? Torture me?

Desperate Housewives S1E17

They torture me, but still they fear me.

Doctor Who S1E6

And I guess this story will save me from the torture of filling out your visa.

Emily in Paris S3E5

The only way you'll get me to talk is through slow, painful torture.

Family Guy S1E3

Chandler: Okay, it was like she was torturing me for information.

Friends S5E13

You're torturing the poor boy.

Game of Thrones S1E5

I HAVE TO WRITE DOWN ALL THE WAYS I'M GONNA TORTURE YOU ABOUT THAT OUTFIT.

Gilmore Girls S1E14

"Torture" in TV shows & movies

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