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  • present participle of scold.
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scolding

[skohl-ding] / ˈskoʊl dɪŋ /


Example Sentences

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The other man, after getting to his feet, appears to continue scolding Ritchson before the actor and his family drive off.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Caluori says that, along with Pollock's trailblazing example, he has taken heed of a training-ground scolding from former England captain Owen Farrell.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

When I wrote about the experience anonymously on Reddit, I received a mix of sympathy and scolding.

From Slate • Jan. 20, 2026

And with responses from Russia and China limited to scolding statements, there is little reason not to keep pushing ahead.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

Amelia’s face turns a bright, angry red from her mother’s scolding.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day




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