crucify
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/ˈkruːsɪfaɪ/
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/ˈkruːsɪfaɪ/
To execute someone by attaching them to a cross.
In ancient times, people were crucified for various crimes.
在古代,人們因各種罪行被釘在十字架上。
To harshly criticize or treat someone very badly.
The politician was crucified in the media for his controversial statements.
這位政治家因他的有爭議的言論在媒體上受到了嚴厲批評。