to slap somebody on the wrist

Определение и значение слова « slap somebody on the wrist» на английском языке

to slap somebody on the wrist
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Выдать его с очень мягким

to give someone a mild warning or punish them in a way that is not harsh
to [slap] {sb} on the wrist definition and meaning
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Примеры
The boss often slaps employees on the wrist for minor mistakes.
a slap on the wrist
a slap on the wrist
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a light or mild punishment for a wrongdoing that has little or no significant impact or consequence

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Примеры
After causing a minor disturbance in class, the student received a mere slap on the wrist from the teacher, who hoped it would serve as a warning.
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