chastised

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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

Many chastised me for not ponying up for an at-home fast charger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

Miss Mexico was crowned Miss Universe in Thailand on Friday, strutting to victory after the beauty pageant's host had publicly chastised her, among several dramatic missteps in the run-up to the final stage.

From Barron's • Nov. 21, 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

I had even had a party the night before I left, and I chastised myself for letting down my guard.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela