Definition
To unexpectedly encounter or receive something that causes trouble or distress.
遇到麻烦事
If you don't submit your tax return by the deadline, you might get socked with a penalty.
如果你未能在截止日期前提交税务申报表，你可能会被罚款。
He got socked with a fine for handing in the report late.
他因为迟交报告而被罚款。
While traveling, we got socked with an extra fee for our luggage unexpectedly.
旅行时，我们意外地被收取了行李的额外费用。