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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a beating" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a physical assault or a severe reprimand, often in a figurative sense.
Example: "After the team lost the game, the coach gave them a beating in the locker room about their lack of effort."
Alternatives: "a thrashing" or "a drubbing".
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He promptly took a beating.
Both sides took a beating.
The cloud took a beating.
That thing takes a beating.
We administer a beating.
That cachet is taking a beating.
Maybe a beating.
He'd probably start with a beating.
He takes a beating.
Our pocketbook has taken a beating.
Mr Berlusconi's candidates took a beating.
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