expression, ichidan verb
put someone through hell; cause someone grief; make someone suffer
Expresses causing someone to experience a terrible or painful situation. Often used when the speaker feels wronged or wants to emphasize the severity of the trouble caused.
See also: ひどい目にあう (ひどいめにあう)
あの上司にはひどい目にあわせられた。
That boss put me through hell.
彼の
His irresponsible behavior caused everyone a lot of grief.