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don't be so critical
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finding fault and telling others; or tending to have unfavorable opinions
- Mother won't criticize me in front of him, for fear he might notice my flaws himself.Chapter 19 (18% in)
- Plus I couldn't stand the thought of Mother nosing around, criticizing me all over again.Chapter 6 (30% in)
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- I was off the farm, out from under the criticism.Chapter 5 (87% in)
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