under siege
01
in a situation in which a place is surrounded and under intense military or law enforcement pressure
例子
The city was under siege and food was getting scarce.
02
receiving much criticism
Idiom
Informal例子
The CEO found himself under siege as the media, shareholders, and employees criticized his decision to cut employee benefits.
The controversial policy came under siege from advocacy groups, politicians, and the public, sparking a heated debate.
