lashing (out)

Definition of lashing (out)next
present participle of lash (out)

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criticizing
Verb
  • The four leaders have also angered Trump by criticizing how he’s gone about executing the war and his lack of consultation with allies before jumping into a conflict that’s hurt the global economy as oil prices have surged.
    Aamer Madhani, Fortune, 12 June 2026
  • The four leaders have also angered Trump by criticizing how he's gone about executing the war and his lack of consultation with allies before jumping into a conflict that's hurt the global economy as oil prices have surged.
    ABC News, ABC News, 12 June 2026
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“Lashing (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lashing%20%28out%29. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.

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