read the riot act (to) (Meaning)
read the riot act (to)
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Synonyms & Antonyms of read the riot act (to)
FAQs About the word read the riot act (to)
rail (at or against),scold, blame, rant (at), call down, reprimand, lecture, dress down, criticize, tongue-lash
indorse,approve, endorse, sanction, laud,praise,extol, extoll
The teacher read the riot act to the students after their disruptive behavior escalated.
The boss sternly read the riot act to the employees who had consistently missed deadlines.
The general read the riot act to the soldiers, warning them of severe consequences if they broke regulations.
The mayor read the riot act to the protesters, demanding an immediate end to their unlawful activities.
