Meaning of brute for punishment | Babel Free

Definitions

One who endures, or who can endure, a great deal of pain, hardship, or other adversity.

dated, possibly

Examples

“"That's not auto camping at all," Henry scoffed. "I mean⟳ the real thing—every night in a different place⟳ and lots of miles covered every day." "Gosh!" exclaimed Gus. You are a brute for punishment!"”

“A brute for punishment, a beauty for looks! Engineered to outserve and outperform all ordinary trucks.”

“"I know⟳ the English soldier is a brute for punishment, but I can't figure⟳ out why they don't take⟳ the bull by the horns and do something to make⟳ life more pleasant."”

“If re-elected, Brainard will start⟳ his 31st year with the school board⟳. “I guess⟳ I’m a brute for punishment,” he said laughing.”

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