reprimanded

Example Sentences

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In November, my doctor gently reprimanded me for ignoring my 2024 colonoscopy date.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

"Any person or entity that challenges the public order decreed by the transitional authorities will be severely reprimanded, in compliance with the law," the statement said.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

The Texas AFT’s lawsuit said that following the agency’s September email, teachers were doxxed, put on leave, reprimanded or terminated over their social-media posts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

George Gilbert had received warnings earlier in the series and was seen in Monday's episode being reprimanded by Big Brother for mocking a fellow housemate.

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2025

She was reprimanded and assigned to only glean the rich between now and the next conclave.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman