persecute (one) for (something)
persecute (one) for (something)
To harass, oppress, or torment one based on some reasoning, evidence, or justification. Often used in passive constructions. Our group has been persecuted for our religion in this country for years. The current administration is persecuting us for joining the opposition party.
See also: persecute
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
persecute someone for something
to harass or repress someone for something. They were persecuting the native people for being underdeveloped. They were persecuted for being simple and unsuspecting.
See also: persecute
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- persecute
- persecute for
- promote
- promote (one) from (something) to (something else)
- tap
- tap (one) for (something)
- tap for
- tap someone
- tap someone for something
- taps