CUT SOMEBODY TO THE QUICK - Định nghĩa trong Từ điển tiếng Anh
cut somebody to the quick (verb phrase)
Giải nghĩa:
To deeply hurt someone's feelings
Ví dụ:
His harsh words cut her to the quick.
Cách sử dụng
The expression "cut somebody to the quick" means to deeply hurt someone's feelings or emotions. It's used when describing a situation in which someone has been insulted or criticized so harshly that it has caused them significant emotional pain. You can use this expression in casual or formal situations, for example, "Her comment about his appearance cut him to the quick" or "His criticism of her work cut her to the quick." It's important to use this expression sensitively, as it conveys a strong emotional impact.
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