berating
Example Sentences
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How Trump’s aggressive approach will be received by the American public moving forward, and whether incidents such as his berating of Zelensky will affect his approval ratings, are unclear.
From Los Angeles Times
"We owe him our thanks for leading a nation fighting on the front lines of democracy - not the public berating he received at the White House," he posted on X.
From BBC
Sir Keir Starmer is hoping to be a bridge between European leaders and Trump's White House berating them about their defence spending.
From BBC
Actor Samuel L Jackson, dressed as Uncle Sam, acted as emcee - berating Lamar when he became too self-indulgent, and praising his duets with R&B singer SZA.
From BBC
His acerbic sideline rants and berating of players are one thing.
From Los Angeles Times
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