under siege
US /ˈʌndər siːdʒ/
UK /ˈʌndər siːdʒ/
1.
surrounded and attacked by an army
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The city was under siege for months before it finally fell.
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The fortress remained strong even when it was under siege.
2.
experiencing a lot of criticism, trouble, or pressure
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The government is currently under siege from the opposition party.
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The company has been under siege since the scandal broke.