harangue
Example Sentences
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The police arrive, and the locals harangue them for doing too little.
From BBC • Aug. 2, 2024
They listened stoically to committee members — some of whom have medical degrees but none any evident expertise in scientific research — harangue them about supposed flaws in their scientific methods.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 11, 2023
“We will not allow Red Rose Rescue to harass and harangue New Yorkers with their outrageous militant tactics.”
From Washington Times • Jun. 8, 2023
In an April 21 court filing, McDonald's lawyers said mediation to settle Allen's $10 billion lawsuit has been unsuccessful, and accused Allen of trying to "harass and harangue McDonald's into an unmerited resolution."
From Reuters • May 8, 2023
When he stands at the door of his hut, shouting insults at his neighbors in a loud harangue, he is city addressing another city.
From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas
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"The Odyssey" by Homer, Books 1–7
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