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98 entries under expression topic. ×

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take down(verb, criticize, condemn, object)
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take to task(reprimand, reproach, rate, taunt)
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tell off(reprimand, reproach, rebuke)
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throw a wet blanket on(verb, idiom, prevent, discourage)
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throw cold water on(verb, idiom, prevent, discourage)
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throw off(verb, prevent, discourage, thwart)
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thumbs down(maintain, oppose, declare, object)
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turn down(verb, reject, oppose, criticize)
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turn off(verb, prevent, discourage, thwart)
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urge not to(verb, idiom, prevent, discourage)
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work over(verb, criticize, condemn, object)
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yell bloody murder
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back talk(maintain, oppose, complain)
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bring around(verb, move, dispute, persuade)
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chew out(reprimand, reproach, rebuke)
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count out(reject, bar, exclude)
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crying out(maintain, oppose, complain)
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frown upon(oppose, fight, censure, challenge)
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frowned on(reject, oppose, dislike)
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haul over the coals(idiom, reprimand, reproach, rebuke)
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