stern lecture

Frequency: 6.25.5 per million words

a serious and severe scolding about one's behavior

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  • My father gave me a stern lecture about taking my responsibilities seriously.
  • After he broke the rules, his father gave him a stern lecture.
  • The supervisor delivered a stern lecture to the entire team for the missed deadline.
  • The teacher delivered a stern lecture on the importance of punctuality.
  • She received a stern lecture from her coach after her poor performance.
  • She knew she was in for a stern lecture after arriving home so late.
  • He was expecting a stern lecture from his wife about his spending habits.
  • I received a stern lecture from my boss about missing deadlines.
  • The principal's stern lecture about school rules had a clear impact.
  • He tried to avoid the stern lecture by apologizing profusely.
  • I don't need a stern lecture from you on how to manage my time.
  • The coach's stern lecture motivated the team to play better.
  • The child got a stern lecture for drawing on the walls.
  • Parents often feel the need to give their children a stern lecture about their responsibilities.
  • Her grandmother's stern lecture on good manners was unforgettable.
  • If you continue to make those mistakes, you can expect a stern lecture from the supervisor.
  • After the incident, the group faced a stern lecture from the authorities.
  • Despite the stern lecture, he continued his disruptive behavior.
  • She gave me a stern lecture on ingratitude.
  • A stern lecture from her mentor helped her understand the gravity of the situation.