rebuked
Example Sentences
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However many sporting governing bodies have publicly rebuked athletes for choosing to compete in the games and some sporting governing bodies have banned athletes for taking part.
From BBC ● May 25, 2026
The governor’s office sharply rebuked the court’s action.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 3, 2026
In the television studio, Norwegian sports legends rebuked him for upstaging his teammate who won gold.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 13, 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
