eat someone alive
The phrase "eat someone alive" is an idiom commonly used to describe situations of intense criticism, defeat, or overwhelming emotions.
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Definition
B2Interpersonal
(informal)To criticize or scold someone very harshly.
Example
- If you don't prepare well, the interviewer will eat you alive.
B2Competition
(informal)To defeat or overpower someone completely.
Example
- The defending champions will eat the newcomers alive in the match.
B2Emotional
(informal)To be overwhelmed by intense emotions or feelings.
Example
- Guilt will eat you alive if you don't confess.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "eat someone alive":
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