as in reprimand
an often public or formal expression of disapproval
a condemnation of the war by the international community
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Recent Examples of condemnation
The executive order announced by Mayor Brandon Johnson last Saturday has resulted in ongoing strife between the mayor and the county’s top prosecutor, who would be responsible for bringing any charges against immigration agents whose conduct in the Chicago area has drawn scrutiny and condemnation.
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Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
In December, Israel became the first country to formally recognize Somaliland — which has been operating as a de facto independent state since 1991 — triggering condemnation from the African Union, the European Union, and countries including China, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 9 Feb. 2026
The attack drew condemnation from the wider international community, including the United States, Russia and the European Union.
—Munir Ahmed, Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
The brazen assassination in 2017 of Valdez — a tireless chronicler of cartel violence and politicians’ links to organized crime — sparked international condemnation.
—Foreign Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
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Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
In December, Israel became the first country to formally recognize Somaliland — which has been operating as a de facto independent state since 1991 — triggering condemnation from the African Union, the European Union, and countries including China, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 9 Feb. 2026
The attack drew condemnation from the wider international community, including the United States, Russia and the European Union.
—Munir Ahmed, Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
The brazen assassination in 2017 of Valdez — a tireless chronicler of cartel violence and politicians’ links to organized crime — sparked international condemnation.
—Foreign Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for condemnation
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Bowden brought attention to the incident on social media, and posted photos of hospital staff, the reprimand says.—
Evan MacDonald,
Houston Chronicle,
13 Feb. 2026
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Breece is asking a hearing officer to impose a $10,000 fine and issue a public reprimand.—
Rafael Olmeda,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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Kelly is suing the Pentagon to challenge its censure of him and its effort to reduce his rank because of his participation in the video.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
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Across Europe, officials have had to resign or face censure after the Epstein files revealed relationships that were more extensive than previously disclosed.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Santa Clara, California — Mike Vrabel made his nnname in the NFL as a crunching outside linebacker, delivering punishment to opposing offenses and blowing up their plays on his way to winning multiple Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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He was sentenced to an unconditional discharge, leaving his conviction intact but sparing him any punishment.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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The report cards slammed several teams with anonymous comments that accused some teams of disrespecting players’ families, employing substandard training staffs and other denunciations.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Other Canadian Jewish groups offered stronger denunciations of the new approach.—
Grace Gilson,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Feb. 2026
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The move comes after mounting criticism from international investors following years of power outages and disruptions for businesses in Africa’s biggest economy.—
Preeti Jha,
semafor.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Amid relentless criticism, Bad Bunny gave us a moment in which enjoyment and pride functioned as resistance.—
Lara N. Dotson-Renta,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Condemnation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condemnation. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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