as in scolded
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
dressed down for boorish behavior at the dance
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dressed down
Adjective
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Her informal show-and-tell presentation came at a time when Super Bowl tickets had ballooned past $100 per seat.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025 -
Zoom in: The question of whether to form a formal Jewish Caucus has been a point of contention for years among Jewish lawmakers, who have often met as an informal Jewish members' working group.—
Andrew Solender,
Axios,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Here’s how the cost of everyday consumer goods is changing under the Trump administration.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Listen to this article Amid the fast-paced, stressful pace of everyday life, Leu Gardens invites visitors to take a break in nature while exploring an outdoor art exhibit inspired by the Zen art of origami.—
Patrick Connolly,
Orlando Sentinel,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Even to a casual viewer, the waxing gibbous moon of Friday, Feb. 7 will appear unusual.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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Never risking outright political statement, Salles exemplifies the casual commitment Hollywood admires as a mirror of its own glib engagement.—
Armond White,
National Review,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Some of Mangione's supporters have left messages of praise for him, while others have criticized the fundraising efforts.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Bo French, the chairman of the Tarrant County, Texas, GOP, criticized Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Lisa Franchetti, alleging that an emphasis on DEI programs had undermined the military's effectiveness.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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