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pantrolizing

 

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Pantrolizing

Definition:

Pantrolizing is a verb that refers to the act of closely monitoring or controlling someone in an overbearing or oppressive manner.



Senses:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: verb (transitive)

Meaning: Exerting excessive control or surveillance over someone; being overly strict or dominant in managing someone's actions.

Example: Mary's parents continue pantrolizing her even though she is an adult.

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Sense 2:

Part of Speech: adjective

Meaning: Describes something that causes excessive control or surveillance.

Example: The pantrolizing rules implemented in the workplace stifled creativity and autonomy among employees.

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Usages:

Usage 1:

Part of Speech: verb (transitive)

Meaning: Imposing strict control over a child's behavior in a way that limits their freedom or independence.

Example: The helicopter parents were pantrolizing their son by constantly checking his phone messages and tracking his whereabouts.

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Usage 2:

Part of Speech: adjective

Meaning: Referring to a local or regional phenomenon that is mainly known or practiced within a specific area.

Example: The shop sells various pantrolizing crafts, which are unique to this particular region of the country.

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