admonishing

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Robert Mueller, who ran the FBI from 2001 to 2013, was known to adhere to Hoover’s G-man dress code of white shirts and dark suits, admonishing agents who wore something more colorful.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

"BASIL!" - the unmistakable sound of Sybil Fawlty admonishing her pompous and incompetent husband, is probably how Prunella Scales will best be remembered.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

Look closely, and “Smile now, cry later” is etched into the clear glass below a suspended bandanna, a gently admonishing song lyric by Sunny and the Sunliners, the 1960s Chicano R&B group.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2025

She both expressed her love for her country while simultaneously admonishing it for the failure to live up to its ideals.

From Salon • Aug. 23, 2024

Despite the admonishing words, Dr. Thatcher's voice was cheerful.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville