chiding

Example Sentences

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We still play cards and games together while chiding each other.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

It wasn’t long after that moment that Cronin went viral again, this time for chiding a reporter who asked about the Michigan State student section during his postgame interview.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

One recent, pointed example drew on a speech from 2000, chiding people who lecture others but fail to preach by example.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2025

Earlier that month, Ely had written to Perkins again, affectionately chiding her for missing a social gathering and exclaiming, “I feel lost in the new Immigration set-up!”

From Slate • Jan. 26, 2025

Later Booth would write a letter to Dr. Stuart, chiding him for his lack of Southern hospitality and honor.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson