to take a beating
01
to experience a significant loss, failure, or setback in a particular situation
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Idiom
Informal
例子
The company's stock has taken a beating in the market due to poor financial performance.
02
to receive physical punishment or endure physical harm
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例子
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
IdiomInformal例子
The athlete took a beating in the media for his poor performance in the championship, facing criticism from sports analysts and fans alike.
