shame, shame

Definitions

I condemn the content of this speech; Expression of admonishment or disgust at the content of a speech.

Examples

“Sir William: No, there are still many things, and I cannot emphasize this too strongly, not on top of other things. I myself, on my way here this evening, saw⟳ a thing that was not on top of another thing in any way. Other members: Shame, shame!”

“You must believe⟳ it whether you will or no—for tis true, that neither the Marquis, nor any one of his family are in possession of any place⟳ under, or any pension from the State. (Great tumult, and cries of "Shame! Shame!")”

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