crucify
US /ˈkruː.sə.faɪ/
UK /ˈkruː.sɪ.faɪ/
动词
1.
钉死在十字架上
to put (someone) to death by nailing or binding them to a cross, especially as an ancient method of execution
示例:
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The Romans would often crucify criminals as a public deterrent.
罗马人经常将罪犯钉死在十字架上以示公众威慑。
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Jesus Christ was crucified.
耶稣基督被钉死在十字架上。
2.
严厉批评, 折磨
to treat (someone) with extreme cruelty or to criticize them severely
示例:
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The media tried to crucify the politician for his past mistakes.
媒体试图严厉批评这位政治家过去的错误。
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Don't crucify him for one small mistake.
不要因为一个小错误就严厉指责他。