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bashing

v. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbæʃɪŋ// UK //bˈæʃɪŋ// bash·ing

v. the act of criticizing or attacking someone or something very harshly. You often see it in phrases like 'name-calling and bashing'.

v. severe and often unfair criticism or attack, typically directed at a specific group, idea, or individual. Frequently used in compound forms such as 'sexism-bashing' or 'culture-bashing'.


SIMPLE

The media bashing of the politician was intense.

CONTEXTUAL

The company faced heavy bashing from customers after the data leak.

COMPLEX

The relentless bashing of traditional institutions by modern critics has reshaped the political landscape.

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