chastised

Example Sentences

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Shortly after the debate began, former Orange County Rep. Katie Porter chastised her fellow candidates for their unceasing attacks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Greg, clueless about just how politically incorrect he can be without even trying, gets chastised several times, though the circumstances are deliberately exaggerated.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

This is ironic since Buffett has chastised himself for missing Walmart early on.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

The pop band Muna chastised some of their supporters for "spreading falsehoods about us and our loved ones for clout and attention"; while Doja Cat called out "creepy" behaviour from a section of her fanbase.

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

He chastised the congregation calmly at first, and then with increasing annoyance.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers