admonishing

Example Sentences

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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

And on Sunday, he was admonishing himself for it.

From BBC • Dec. 8, 2025

He seemed world-wise and encouraged my aspirations as a writer, admonishing me to always “write my truth.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2025

The network news closes with a thank you to visitors and with NBC’s Lester Holt admonishing us to take care of “yourselves and each other.”

From Salon • Feb. 21, 2025

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

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville