deal a blow (to sb / sth) to cause harm to someone or something – used in news reports(给某人或某物)造成伤害(损失,打击)〔用于新闻报道〕:deal a heavy / severe / serious etc blow•The sanctions have dealt a severe blow to the local tourism industry.制裁对当地旅游业造成了沉重的打击。•This will deal a blow to consumer confidence.这将对消费者的信心造成打击。 |