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| criticism |
When someone gives you criticism, they are telling you what is good or bad about something you are doing. [2 definitions] |
| dish it out |
to give out criticism or harsh treatment in a heartless manner. |
| shame |
a painful sense that one is inferior to others or imperfect in some way, often caused by the criticism or judgment of others, or the fear of being judged. [1/8 definitions] |
| too |
indeed (used to oppose a statement seen as a criticism). [1/4 definitions] |
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