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to chew somebody up and spit somebody out
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to completely defeat someone, leaving them feeling overwhelmed or powerless
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "chew someone up and spit someone out" and when to use it?
The idiom "chew someone up and spit someone out" originates from the metaphor of a powerful force or situation, such as a competitive environment or challenging experience, acting on an individual with the ferocity of chewing and subsequently spitting them out. The phrase is nowadays used to convey a sense of ruthless treatment, where someone is subjected to harsh circumstances that leave them figuratively broken or defeated.
Example
In the highly competitive industry, new businesses often get chewed up and spit out if they ca n't adapt quickly.
The intense training program was designed to weed out the unprepared, chewing up and spitting out those who could n't meet its demands.
After the merger, some employees felt like they were chewed up and spit out in the corporate restructuring.
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