harangue

US /həˈræŋ/
UK /həˈræŋ/
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a lengthy and aggressive speech

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The politician delivered a fiery harangue against his opponents.
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She had to endure a long harangue from her boss about the missed deadline.
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to deliver a lengthy and aggressive speech to (someone)

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The coach began to harangue the team after their poor performance.
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He would often harangue his employees about productivity.
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