slap (one) around

slap (one) around

To physically assault someone, especially as a means of control or intimidation. Our dad wasn't afraid to slap us around a bit when we got out of line as kids. If he still won't sign the contract, send some muscle over there to slap him around a bit.
See also: around, slap
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

slap around

v.
To be rough or brutal with someone; abuse someone: The gangsters threatened to slap me around if I didn't get the money by Friday.
See also: around, slap
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • slap around
  • slap (one) about
  • put a gun to (someone's) head
  • slap on
  • slap
  • turkey slap
  • grapple
  • grappling
  • goon