chide
verb (used with object)
to express disapproval of; scold; reproach.
chides
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present tense formof chide (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Barabak: Becerra chides Hilton for his continued interruptions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
When Teng feels that including a photo of dead children violates their dignity, Perlmutter chides her, insisting that their obligation is to show Americans what their tax dollars are funding.
From Barron's ● Aug. 19, 2026
Epstein advises him on the sale of his healthcare business, and chides him for not being careful enough in checking out the background of a new contact.
From BBC ● Feb. 28, 2026
He pleads with Tami to see the new Marvel movie, and whenever anyone begins to talk about it, he chides them for spoilers instead of engaging in conversation.
From Salon ● May 12, 2025
“I can’t believe you’ve kept this from us, Nick,” Astrid chides.
From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri
