berate

Example Sentences

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Dom began berating and shoving his father every week, demanding he wrestle him.

From Los Angeles Times

In December, she told how the climate for women in public roles had become "toxic" after she was berated by constituents for taking six months off after having her daughter.

From BBC

Robert Lewinger is tired of being berated by his gastroenterologist because he’s overdue for a colonoscopy.

From New York Times

The rally comes as Trump has berated prosecutors, encouraged protests and raised the prospect of possible violence should he become the first former president in U.S. history to face criminal charges.

From Seattle Times

If you struggle to fall back asleep, Bufka said to accept that you are awake and don’t berate yourself.

From Washington Post