the third degree

US /ðə θɜrd dɪˈɡri/
UK /ðə θɜrd dɪˈɡri/
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intense questioning or interrogation, often in a harsh or prolonged manner

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My parents gave me the third degree when I came home late.
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The police gave the suspect the third degree for hours.
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