chide

Example Sentences

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“Parts of his concurrence read as a Black elder chiding and chastising an errant Young Turk who has publicly contradicted him and failed to show him sufficient deference,” she said.

From New York Times

After a few minutes of back and forth, the first officer chides Robins for second-guessing their actions.

From Los Angeles Times

Aside from hurled objects, felt-tipped posters are inscribed with increasingly incendiary messages, and overzealous fans have been chided for belting lyrics too obnoxiously loud or dancing too aggressively.

From Salon

The Government Accountability Office, in a 2021 report, chided ICE for its use of “guaranteed minimums.”

From Seattle Times

He pointed out that any number of people might chide someone over his or her online presence.

From Washington Times