for shame

Idioms  

1. Also, shame on you. An expression that condemns someone for being dishonorable or disgraceful. For example, “For shame,” said Carol to the puppy, “You shouldn't have done that,” or “Shame on you for cheating,” the teacher said. [c. 1300]

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for shame

Going for “good enough” and extending ourselves some self-compassion — which is the antidote for shame — can help us keep moving forward.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 25, 2023

Because animals that are more solitary do not have the context for shame or embarrassment.

From Salon ● Sep. 10, 2023

He hopes “being candid about it and reiterating there is no reason for shame and stigma” helps change the conversation.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2022

Looking back on the circumstances that gave rise to the book, she said, “It’s like, who has time for shame right now?”

From New York Times ● Aug. 4, 2021

The goddesses stayed home for shame; but these munificences ranged there in the doorway, and irrepressible among them all arose the laughter of the happy gods.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer