speak sternly

Examples (10)

• The teacher had to speak sternly to the misbehaving students.
• He spoke sternly to his dog when it chewed on the furniture.
• "You must obey the rules," she spoke sternly.
• The principal spoke sternly about the importance of discipline.
• Despite his gentle nature, he could speak very sternly when necessary.
• She spoke sternly to her child about telling lies.
• The manager spoke sternly to the employee who arrived late again.
• If you don't listen, I'll have to speak sternly with you.
• His father used to speak sternly but always with love.
• The judge spoke sternly to the defendant before passing sentence.