to eat somebody alive
01
to make someone experience extreme pain or distress
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Idiom
Informal
예시들
The constant pressure to perform perfectly at work was starting to eat him alive, causing anxiety and sleepless nights.
02
to easily defeat someone by being more skilled, powerful, or aggressive compared to them
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Disapproving
Idiom
Informal
예시들
The experienced athlete eats his competitors alive in every competition.
03
to harshly reprimand someone for what they did
Idiom
Informal
예시들
The coach ate the players alive for their lackluster performance in the championship game, demanding better effort and commitment.
