Flay and Flame

Flay

Flay verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.
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Flame and flay are semantically related. in upbraid topic. In some cases you can use "Flame" instead a verb "Flay".

Flame

Flame verb - To be on fire especially brightly.

Flay and flame are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Flay" instead a verb "Flame".

Nearby Words: flaming, flam, flamed, flamy

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