Flay and Jaw

Flay

Flay verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.
Usage example: her husband flayed her constantly for her incessant shopping
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Jaw and flay are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Jaw" instead a verb "Flay".

Jaw

Jaw verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.
Usage example: you don't have to jaw me to death just because I bite my nails
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Synonyms for Jaw

Flay and jaw are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Flay" instead a verb "Jaw".

Nearby Word: jawed
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