took to task

A form of take to task — To lecture, berate, admonish, or hold somebody accountable for his or her actions.

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Meanings

verb
  1. pastsimple past of take to task
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MLA

“took to task.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/took%20to%20task. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “took to task,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/took%20to%20task.

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