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sharp tongue
[명사]
one's tendency to speak to people in a very critical manner
날카로운 혀, 독설
Ex: She earned a reputation for her sharp tongue in the courtroom , where her cross-examinations were not only thorough but also marked by sharp-witted commentary .그녀는 법정에서의 **날카로운 혀**로 명성을 얻었는데, 그녀의 반대 심문은 철저할 뿐만 아니라 날카로운 코멘트로 특징지어졌다.
to speak to a person who has done something wong or inappropriate in a very angry or harsh manner
Ex: Jane got the rough side of her friend's tongue when she accidentally revealed a secret that was supposed to be kept confidential, leading to a heated argument.
to punish a person harshly, often by severely criticizing them
Ex: When the teenager came home hours past curfew, his strict parents were furious and threatened to skin him alive if it happened again, emphasizing the importance of responsibility and respect for rules.
to speak to or criticize a person in an angry or serious manner, particularly because of their wrongdoing
Ex: When the project failed to meet expectations, the client tore a strip off the project manager, expressing dissatisfaction with the outcome and demanding immediate improvements.
used to mean that someone is capable of criticizing or teasing others, but they become sensitive or defensive when faced with the same kind of criticism or teasing themselves
Ex: You were all over your sister about her eating habits, but you start pouting when I point out that you had a cupcake for dinner last night!
to harshly reprimand someone for what they did
Ex: Facing the consequences of a major oversight, the politician was eaten alive by the media, enduring relentless criticism and scrutiny for their actions.
under fire
[구]
used of a person or an organization that is facing strong and negative feedback
Ex: In the press conference , the athlete under fire for his poor performance , with reporters questioning his dedication to the sport .
under siege
[구]
receiving much criticism
Ex: The organization was under siege following the release of a damaging report, with calls for resignations and a complete overhaul of its practices.
to criticize or scold someone harshly or relentlessly
Ex: The leader gave the team hell for the lack of preparation before the crucial presentation, emphasizing the importance of diligence and professionalism.
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