talking-to

Example Sentences

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But after a serious talking-to from his corner, Catterall aimed to take the front foot and it paid off as he rocked Prograis with a hammering left.

From BBC • Oct. 26, 2024

Maybe it’s the teacher who needs a talking-to from the vice principal.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2024

Now banks will get a talking-to from their risk managers and from investors, maybe even at shareholder meetings.

From Scientific American • Mar. 18, 2023

But then, day two rolled around and, suddenly, there were rules and talking-to sit-downs and the like.

From Washington Post • Sep. 20, 2022

The morning after our fuss about it, Mama sat me down for a talking-to.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns