What is another word for getting the beam?
Pronunciation: [ɡˌɛtɪŋ ðə bˈiːm] (IPA) 
The phrase "getting the beam" refers to someone who has been caught doing something wrong or has been called out for their actions. There are a variety of synonyms that can be used instead of this phrase, including being called out, getting caught, being exposed, being discovered, being found out, being unveiled, and being unmasked. Each of these words highlights an element of the experience of being exposed, whether it is the feeling of shame associated with being caught in the act, or the sudden realization that one's actions have been discovered. By using these synonyms, writers and speakers can convey a range of emotions associated with the experience of being caught in the act.
