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to take a beating
01
to experience a significant loss, failure, or setback in a particular situation
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Idiom
Informal
Ejemplos
The politician's approval rating has taken a beating in recent weeks due to a scandal.
02
to receive physical punishment or endure physical harm
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Ejemplos
My younger brother was always a shy, skinny kid who often took a beating from schoolyard bullies.
03
to face strong negative feedback or verbal abuse
IdiomInformalEjemplos
During the heated debate, the politician had to take a beating from opponents who questioned his integrity and policy decisions.
