Flay and Flake

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Flay verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.

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Flake and flay are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Flake" instead a verb "Flay".

Flake verb - Come off in flakes or thin small pieces.

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Flay and flake are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Flay" instead a verb "Flake".

Nearby Words: flaky, flaked, flaking

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