told off

past tense of tell off

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for told off
Verb
  • And in order to maintain a nutritious balance to each of these meals, consider adding cut up vegetables (like celery or carrots) or fruit (strawberries or blueberries are easy options) to the plate.
    Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 15 July 2025
  • The information sector, including tech, is a major drag, with job cuts up 27% in the first half compared to the previous year.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 10 July 2025
Verb
  • Duran is currently serving a three-match suspension after the club failed in a bid to overturn it but could now be punished further.
    Ben Burrows, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Too often, a high-risk plan has been miscalculated, and opponents have punished Postecoglou's men.
    Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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“Told off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/told%20off. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.

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