scolded

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Her sister-in-law, Millicent Sedra, also spoke and scolded women who expect husbands to share housework.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

“Please do not raise your board. We’ve talked about this before,” the chairwoman scolded when Porter tried to hold up a “Financial Services Bingo” card during a 2019 hearing on debt collection.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

At one point, the judge even scolded the officers for being too lenient with her.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Right at the end of the day, Mr Justice Nicklin scolded Sherborne and said he was treating his questioning like a public inquiry.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

“Hush, all of you,” scolded Habib, peering down the street.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai