talking-to
Example Sentences
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It worked, although he got a talking-to about knowing his role.
From Salon • Sep. 9, 2025
They could both use a talking-to from Piper, who is trying to get to the essence of her identity without male validation.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2025
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
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
If you ask me, he could use a good, stern talking-to as well.
From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
