lashing (out)

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

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lashing (out)
criticizing
Verb
  • Most Americans according to the latest polls disapprove of Trump and hope for a return to a president who governs with a respect for the norms presidents of both parties have observed when criticizing those who differed with them.
    Bob Kustra, Chicago Tribune, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Kelly defended the protest during a news conference Tuesday, criticizing the church for its association with a pastor who works for ICE.
    Alanna Durkin Richer, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
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“Lashing (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lashing%20%28out%29. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.

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