chided

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In the first week of trial, she chided Musk for recent posts to his social media platform X, in which he spoke disparagingly of OpenAI and Sam Altman, whom he referred to as "Scam Altman".

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Tasnim, an Iranian media outlet aligned with the country’s powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, chided Araghchi for his post.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Members of the opera community chided the “Marty Supreme” star for his unprovoked attack.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

In his written request, a copy of which was reviewed by ProPublica, Ingrassia chided authorities for taking the action, saying the seizure of the Tates’ devices was not a good use of time or resources.

From Salon • Nov. 19, 2025

Celaena chided, concealing her wicked amusement beneath a giggle.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas