Definition
To reprimand or scold someone severely for doing something that is disapproved of.
取得训斥
The manager hauled him over the coals for not completing the report.
经理因为他没有完成报告而严厉斥责他。
She was hauled over the coals at the meeting for the incorrect budget.
她在会议上因为预算错误被严厉斥责。
The team was hauled over the coals by the coach after losing the game.
球队在比赛失利后被教练严厉斥责。