recrimination
noun
re·crim·i·na·tion ri-ˌkri-mə-ˈnā-shən 
: a retaliatory accusation
also : the making of such accusations
endless recrimination
Examples of recrimination in a Sentence
The discussion turned into a heated debate with recriminations flying back and forth. The meeting ended with bitterness and recrimination.
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The film prompted a wave of recriminations and re-examinations of Jackson’s life and legacy. —
Amelia McDonell-Parry, Rolling Stone, 22 Apr. 2026 But instead of paving the way for some good ol’ fashioned infidelity, the liquid courage causes the women to turn on each other, with the evening devolving into inebriated insults and recriminations. —Brent Lang, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026 Of course, Lee goes heavy on revenge, regret, and Oresteian recriminations, but season 2 is also a trenchant exploration of the surprising interplay between love and class. —Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026 Party infighting and frustrating recriminations around Democrats’ 2024 losses had made 2025 a slog. —Dan Merica, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for recrimination
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Amelia McDonell-Parry, Rolling Stone, 22 Apr. 2026 But instead of paving the way for some good ol’ fashioned infidelity, the liquid courage causes the women to turn on each other, with the evening devolving into inebriated insults and recriminations. —Brent Lang, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026 Of course, Lee goes heavy on revenge, regret, and Oresteian recriminations, but season 2 is also a trenchant exploration of the surprising interplay between love and class. —Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026 Party infighting and frustrating recriminations around Democrats’ 2024 losses had made 2025 a slog. —Dan Merica, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for recrimination
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“Recrimination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/recrimination. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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