| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| lean | to criticize, reprimand, or punish |
| give | to reprimand or punish |
| bust | to criticize or reprimand harshly |
| cusser | to criticize or reprimand in harsh terms (often fol. by out) |
| cuss | to criticize or reprimand in harsh terms (often fol. by out) |
| keelhauling | Punish or reprimand severely |
| keelhauls | Punish or reprimand severely |
| keelhauled | Punish or reprimand severely |
