Commend and Peck at

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Commend verb - To put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another.

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Peck at is an antonym for commend.

Peck at verb - To subject (someone) to constant scoldings and sharp reminders.

Usage example: kept pecking at their prodigal daughter to get off the couch and to start looking for a job

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Commend is an antonym for peck at.

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