as in condemnation
an often public or formal expression of disapproval
the tendency by some to regard every unfortunate natural disaster as a sign of the Almighty's commination of mankind's sinfulness
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The impact of the story, as audio of Hind’s voice from that call went viral on social media, sparked global condemnation.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
3 Sep. 2025 -
That limitation was underscored this summer when the US launched air strikes on Iran, with China and Russia offering little in assistance apart from verbal condemnation of the attacks.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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He was temporarily banned from attending department meetings, and a letter of reprimand was added to his file.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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This does actually include a free pass to go potty in any location of their choosing at any time without consequence or reprimand.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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The censure resolution stated that McIver is alleged to have slammed her forearm into the body of an HSI officer, in addition to forcibly grabbing the officer.—
Jenna Sundel
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Democratic leaders had planned to introduce the censure resolution Thursday afternoon and consider it Friday.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Commination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commination. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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