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Scolds Punishment Crossword Clue

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noun

• an instrument of punishment consisting of a chair in which offenders were ducked in water

26%10 A person who reprimands or scolds
noun

• someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided

26%10 One who scolds or chastises
noun

• someone who finds fault or imputes blame

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