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to eat somebody alive
01
destrozar a alguien, hacer sufrir muchísimo
to make someone experience extreme pain or distress
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idiom
informal
Ejemplos
The overwhelming stress of financial debt was eating him alive, affecting his overall well-being and happiness.
Esperar los resultados me estaba matando.
02
comérselo vivo, destrozarlo sin esfuerzo
to easily defeat someone by being more skilled, powerful, or aggressive compared to them
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disapproving
idiom
informal
Ejemplos
The experienced debater ate his opponent alive in the debate.
El equipo más fuerte nos comió vivos después del descanso.
03
to harshly reprimand someone for what they did
idiom
informal
Ejemplos
The coach ate the players alive for their lackluster performance in the championship game, demanding better effort and commitment.
