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Recent Examples of Synonyms for told off
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Nothing beats the taste of a refreshing piece of watermelon on a hot day, so having some cut up and ready in the refrigerator is crucial as the days warm up.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
14 June 2025 -
Sandoval had cut up furniture in a rage and could make their tough brother cry, says Matt Green.—
Erin Moriarty,
CBS News,
11 June 2025
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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
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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 30 Jun. 2025.
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