reprehension

Example Sentences

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He has maintained his position despite reprehension from his colleagues, his political party and even members of his family.

From New York Times • Jun. 23, 2022

The latest developments and move by Putin were met with reprehension by many countries around the world.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 22, 2022

And yet after three weeks of reprehension — Helen was short, Ralph cool, even the girls seemed wary of her — she began to feel her attitude weakening.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen

Reflection is often from mere ill feeling, and is likely to be more personal and less impartial than reprehension; we often speak of unkind or unjust reflections.

From English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions by Fernald, James Champlin

A relative heard of it, and one day took occasion to speak to the good widow in the way of brotherly reprehension.

From The History of Don Quixote de la Mancha by Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de