slap downs

A form of slap down — To browbeat or reprimand (someone) harshly, usually in front of other people.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of slap down
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“slap downs.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/slap%20downs. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

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