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railed against

VERB

revile

Synonyms

WEAK

abuse admonish assail berate blame castigate censure chide criticize denigrate denounce disparage give a talking to lambaste lay down the law lecture rake over the coals ream reprimand reproach reprobate reprove scorn tongue-lash vilify vituperate

Example Sentences

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He railed against the city’s challenges with public safety, potholes, and the abuse of dogs on Skid Row.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

In a statement celebrating her advance to the general election, Raman did not mention Pratt or his supporters, but railed against “powerful interests” in City Hall.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Banks for years have railed against stress tests’ frameworks and certain aspects of capital requirements.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Brendan Rodgers railed against that thinking and his relationship with the powerbrokers at the club crashed and burned.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

As a speaker railed against the never-ending war, Barker’s team mingled, not exactly blending in—they were the only ones in suits.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin