scolding

Example Sentences

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Scolding customers doesn’t make sense, Brown says, when what they really need is better choice.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2020

At a hearing on Wednesday, counsel to the inquiry Fiona Scolding QC said statements had been requested from the prince and his principal private secretary.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2018

Inquiry lawyer Fiona Scolding said Charles’ lawyers have indicated he is willing to assist and have raised a number of issues being reviewed.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2018

Scolding didn’t work, but a computer reboot finally did.

From New York Times • Apr. 2, 2014

Scolding the hound again, she knelt down and arranged the flowers on the grave.

From "Where the Red Fern Grows" by Wilson Rawls