give (one) a roasting

To very strongly rebuke or criticize one. The principal gave Mark a roasting because of that prank he pulled in class yesterday. I'm glad news outlets have given that giant supermarket chain a roasting over allegations that they've been threatening local shops and markets. A: "Oof, the boss is definitely gonna give you a roasting when he finds out you lost that big account." B: "Thanks for reminding me."

give somebody/get a ˈroasting

(informal) criticize somebody or be criticized in an angry way: I’d better go. I’ll get a roasting if I’m late again!