castigation

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The frequent castigation of Versailles in popular histories over the past century has established a narrative implying that seeking justice for international crimes will boomerang, and that wise statesmen should know better.

From Salon • Aug. 19, 2023

“Then use the media’s castigation of you for keeping your mouth shut as a dog whistle to the base?” she added.

From New York Times • May 25, 2022

He said, especially given the Astros’ behavior during a 2017 season in which they defeated the Dodgers in the World Series, Kelly’s castigation didn’t feel just.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 30, 2020

A section recalling American folk songs, all pentatonic melody and bare string drones in perfect fifths, referred to the public castigation of Mapplethorpe’s work by then-Sen.

From Washington Post • Apr. 7, 2019

Succeeding his castigation, it was all of a week before Mr Swinton could make appearance upon the streets—during daylight.

From The Child Wife by Reid, Mayne