The term 'FLOGGED, IN A WAY' can be solved by two crossword solutions: CANED (5 letters) and CATTED (6 letters). CANED is a term used to describe the punishment of being struck with a cane or rod as a form of corporal punishment. This practice has been used in many countries throughout history, including the United Kingdom, where it was abolished in 1987. CATTED is a term used to describe the punishment of being whipped with a cat-o'-nine-tails, a type of whip made up of nine knotted cords. This form of punishment was used in the British Navy and other navies around the world until the mid-20th century.