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to beat up
[phrase form: beat]
01
to physically attack someone, often with repeated blows
Transitive: to beat up sb
Examples
The gang members decided to beat up their rival in a street confrontation.
02
to experience a strong sense of regret and self-blame for a particular action or situation
Transitive: to beat up oneself
Examples
Rather than seeking support, he chose to beat himself up for the project's shortcomings.
03
to gather or assemble something
Transitive: to beat up sth
Examples
Let 's beat up some support for the local community project.
