slapdown
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:After her transparently dishonest behavior, the CEO suffered a public slapdown during the quarterly earnings call.
Definition:A severe reprimand given in a public setting, often with the goal of embarrassing or humbling the target.
From public slapdown
Example:The new manager gave an employee a heel-toe slapdown after several failed projects, outlining the consequences of continued poor performance.
Definition:A metaphorical or literal reprimand given after a series of preparatory stages, often implying a thorough grounding or correction.
From heel-toe slapdown
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