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to upbraid
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to criticize someone for doing or saying something that one believes to be wrong
Example
The coach upbraided the players for their lack of dedication during practice.
The teacher upbraided the student for cheating on the exam.
The manager upbraided the team for their failure to meet deadlines.
Displeased with the service, the customer upbraided the waiter for the mistakes in the order.
She upbraided herself for not preparing adequately for the important presentation.