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rebuke

[ri-byook] / rɪˈbyuk /




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The message followed Rubio on the visit and drew a rare rebuke from India’s foreign ministry.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Prime Minister Netanyahu then issued his own rebuke.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

BP chairman Albert Manifold, who took office on October 1, faced a personal rebuke, with around 18 percent of shareholders voting against his election.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

But outlets were more direct in their rebuke of the situation.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

“Thank you!” said Mary Poppins, meaningly, but the Starling was too busy eating to notice the rebuke.

From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers




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