take a hit

• Subir un échec, une perte ou un impact négatif ; aussi utilisé au sens propre pour désigner l'action d'inhaler la fumée d'une cigarette ou d'une drogue. Dans un sens général, signifie essuyer un dommage ou être défavorablement affecté.

To suffer a setback, loss, or negative impact; also used literally to mean inhaling smoke from a cigarette or drug. In a general sense, it means to experience damage or be adversely affected.

1. Suffer a setback or lossB2informal

   To experience a negative impact, such as financial loss, damage, or a decline in performance.

   subir un revers

   • The company's profits took a hit after the scandal.
   • His reputation took a hit when the story came out.
   • The local economy took a hit from the factory closure.

2. Be damaged or harmedB2informal

   To be physically damaged or to suffer harm.

   subir des dommages

   • The car took a hit in the accident but was still drivable.
   • The building took a hit from the storm.
   • His confidence took a hit after the failed attempt.

3. Inhale smoke (slang)C1slang

   To inhale smoke from a cigarette, cigar, or drug.

   tirer une bouffée

   • He took a hit from his cigarette and exhaled slowly.
   • She took a hit of the joint and passed it on.
   • They took a hit of the vaporizer.