rebuked

Example Sentences

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French President Jacques Chirac, a strong opponent of the effort in Iraq, rebuked them for having “missed a great opportunity to shut up.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The governor’s office sharply rebuked the court’s action.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

Convener Edward Mountain rebuked the government over the failure to table the legislation last month.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

Since the National Rifle Association rebuked his statement about confiscating guns following the killing of Alex Pretti by federal officers in Minneapolis, Trump has been seen very little.

From Salon • Feb. 13, 2026

But again the woman rebuked her son, and at the sharpness of her tone the old dog stopped, crestfallen.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford