castigation

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The frequent castigation of Versailles in popular histories over the past century has established a narrative implying that seeking justice for international crimes will boomerang, and that wise statesmen should know better.

From Salon • Aug. 19, 2023

He said, especially given the Astros’ behavior during a 2017 season in which they defeated the Dodgers in the World Series, Kelly’s castigation didn’t feel just.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 30, 2020

A section recalling American folk songs, all pentatonic melody and bare string drones in perfect fifths, referred to the public castigation of Mapplethorpe’s work by then-Sen.

From Washington Post • Apr. 7, 2019

This includes castigation, and if you issue a sharp “no!” or “quiet,” then you have already lost this battle of wits.

From Slate • Jan. 10, 2019

His speech for the next five or ten minutes justified the declaration of Davis, that he was "hurtful in denunciation and merciless in castigation."

From Abraham Lincoln, Volume 2 (of 2) The True Story of a Great Life by Herndon, William H.