give hell to

give hell to

To give someone a hard time by means of aggressive actions or attitude. I'd avoid the boss today—he's giving hell to everyone.
See also: give, hell
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • give anything (for something)
  • give me
  • give me (someone or something) any day/time
  • give (one) the works
  • give (one) a fresh start
  • don't give (something) a second thought
  • (Can I) give you a lift?
  • all in, be
  • be all in
  • give (one's) ground
References in periodicals archive
He will back up those who are performing their mandate but will give hell to those who will abuse their authority,' PNP spokesperson Chief Supt.
PNP: Duterte to 'give hell' to those who abuse authority
It is no longer acceptable, it said, to "give hell to God's creatures under the guise of such customs".
'No longer acceptable by today's norms'
"But I think he'll give hell to just about anybody at 168 pounds other than those guys."
Edwin urged to be patient
"We want to make this country proud and we are going to give hell to any team we play."
Parreira on alert over the 'daring' Mexicans' threat