chastised

Example Sentences

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Shortly after the debate began, former Orange County Rep. Katie Porter chastised her fellow candidates for their unceasing attacks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

We passed a man who promptly chastised me: “The lady should always walk on the inside.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

This is ironic since Buffett has chastised himself for missing Walmart early on.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

The pop band Muna chastised some of their supporters for "spreading falsehoods about us and our loved ones for clout and attention"; while Doja Cat called out "creepy" behaviour from a section of her fanbase.

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

If they complain often enough, someone far below them in wealth and influence may be chastised or even fired.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich