Flay and Sanction

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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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Sanction is an antonym for flay.

Sanction verb - To give official acceptance of as satisfactory.

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Flay is an antonym for sanction.

Nearby Words: sanctioned, sanctity, sanctioning

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