chew out

Example Sentences

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They quote him, implement his teachings and recount getting chewed out by him as if it’s a battle scar they’re proud to show off.

From The Wall Street Journal

“If you miss something big and a competitor releases it first? Then you’re getting chewed out by your boss.”

From Los Angeles Times

It wasn’t the play calls or blocking assignments running through the young freshman’s mind — it was the fear of making a blunder and getting “chewed out” in his first real opportunity to prove himself.

From Los Angeles Times

Payton famously chewed out Russell Wilson on the sideline in games against the Jets, Chargers and Lions last year.

From Seattle Times

Brotman was the public address announcer, and recalled one time when he was chewed out by an umpire — and Hodges came to his aid.

From Washington Times