run someone ragged
使某人筋疲力尽,完全不停息地工作或追赶某人。
口语·表达使人极度疲惫
英文释义
to exhaust or tire someone out through intense physical or mental activity or demands
例句
The kids ran me ragged today with all their games and demands.
典故来源
源自19世纪,原指让马匹奔跑至精疲力竭,衣服破烂,后引申为使人过度劳累。