rebuke
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That prompted a rebuke from organisers, who said Bettan's post "wasn't in the spirit" of the competition, and demanded that it be deleted.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
The new CEO faced a stinging rebuke from shareholders last week at the annual general meeting where they largely rejected two board proposals as a step backwards on transparency, particularly concerning climate strategy.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
But outlets were more direct in their rebuke of the situation.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026
In the event of an overwhelming rebuke of Mr. Monopoly, the vote may expand to the greater town population.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
Colonel Cathcart was stung by the blunt rebuke and skulked guiltily about his room in smarting repudiation.
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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