rake over the coals
追究过去的错误或不愉快的经历
口语·正式批评或追究过错
英文释义
to criticize or reprimand severely; to question or examine closely and thoroughly, particularly with regards to past mistakes or missteps
例句
My boss raked me over the coals for missing the deadline on the project.
典故来源
源自中世纪欧洲的一种酷刑，将人绑在铁架上用火烤，后引申为严厉批评或追究责任。