as in pecks (at)
to subject (someone) to constant scoldings and sharp reminders
my doctor henpecked me into adopting a healthier lifestyle
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Experience urges two measures of caution for every one of hope.—
Nick Danby,
National Review,
20 Dec. 2024 -
Morrison’s commentary urges us to realize that liberation from white supremacist, patriarchal constructs isn’t possible through enrollment in yet another white supremacist, patriarchal construct.—
Akilah Sailers,
Essence,
19 Dec. 2024
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This drop begs the question, does Skechers still provide quality risk/reward?—
David Trainer,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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As the story begins, James goes missing, and his wife, Lucy (Anna Maxwell Martin), begs John to help find him—by impersonating him.—
Sarah Larson,
The New Yorker,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Henpecks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/henpecks. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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