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| 2 | 30% | 6 | Give someone a talking-to | |
| 3 | 26% | 7 | Never give someone a break from talking | |
Give A Talking To Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 133 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SCOLD which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SCOLD
Updated: June 25, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SCOLD" which means:
- noun
- • Someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault verb
- • Censure severely or angrily
- • Show one's unhappiness or critical attitude
An example sentence would be:
- • "My mother scolded me for forgetting to do my chores."
- • "The teacher scolded the students for being late to class."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times26 Jun 2024 | Across 9 | |
| New York Times29 Mar 2020 | Across 39 | |
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