"Thrashing" refers to hitting or beating something or someone repeatedly and forcefully. It can also mean criticizing or scolding someone severely. Full definition
«Carl Paladino's come from behind thrashing of Rick Lazio may have been just as much about dissension within the GOP then a tidal wave of discontent rushing down the Erie Canal to Albany,» Miringoff wrote in his blog today. (nystateofpolitics.com)
excuses for not buying quality, excuses for getting thrashed by better teams, so many stuffs to talk about (justarsenal.com)
Every year it is the same old story; same transfer window; same finishing the CL grp in 2nd place; same getting thrashed in last 16. (justarsenal.com)