scolding

Example Sentences

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But the dentist scolding you for not flossing more often may not own the business anymore.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2026

Caluori says that, along with Pollock's trailblazing example, he has taken heed of a training-ground scolding from former England captain Owen Farrell.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

And with responses from Russia and China limited to scolding statements, there is little reason not to keep pushing ahead.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

If you were a decent person, you go home and you’re scolding yourself, but it’s been an eye-opening, weird experience.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2025

“If we get saved,” Irmgard said in a scolding, severe tone, as if chiding her, “it’ll be because of Roy.”

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick