rake over the coals

Language: en

1.
USUKGlobalinformal
- To rebuke or scold someone severely; to subject someone to harsh criticism or punishment.
2.
USUKGlobalneutralinformal
- To re-examine or reopen a past event, issue, or controversy and subject it to renewed scrutiny or criticism.

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