receive a beating

Examples (10)

• The victim testified in court that he received a vicious beating from his attackers.
• In the final match, the underdog team received a terrible beating, losing 10-0.
• The company's stock received a beating after the poor earnings report was released.
• The captured soldier was prepared to receive a severe beating rather than reveal any secrets.
• His political proposal received quite a beating in the media and was quickly withdrawn.
• The report states that the prisoner had received a brutal beating prior to his death.
• If you challenge the gang leader, you can expect to receive a beating.
• After years of neglect, the old car's engine has received a real beating.
• He was shocked to receive such a beating in the chess tournament, as he was the reigning champion.
• The legislation is expected to receive a beating when it comes up for a vote in parliament.