All 6 Uses
reproach
in
The Iceman Cometh
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- He glances reproachfully at Hope.†
Act 1reproachfully = in a manner that criticizes
- It isn't the kind that lets itself off easy by encouraging some poor guy to go on kidding himself with a lie—the kind that leaves the poor slob worse off because it makes him feel guiltier than ever—the kind that makes his lying hopes nag at him and reproach him until he's a rotten skunk in his own eyes.†
Act 2 *reproach = a criticism; or to express criticism
- HICKEY—(reproachfully) Now, Harry!†
Act 2reproachfully = in a manner that criticizes
- (He moves away—then adds with bitter reproach) Gee, Larry, that's a hell of a way to treat me, when I've trusted you, and I need your help†
Act 3reproach = a criticism; or to express criticism
- They look at him reproachfully, their eyes hurt†
Act 3reproachfully = in a manner that criticizes
- HICKEY—(reproachfully) You're not very considerate, Larry.†
Act 3
Definitions:
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(1)
(reproach) a criticism; or to express criticism or disappointment -- especially where a relationship makes the disapproval result in disappointment or shameThe expression "beyond reproach" is often used to indicate that one must not only be careful to do everything right, but must be careful not to do anything that might make people suspect they did something wrong. For example, politicians often need to behave in a manner that is beyond reproach.
"Beyond reproach" can also suggest that something is perfect. More rarely, it can also be used to suggest that someone is too powerful or too well-connected to criticize. - (2) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)