harangues

"The artist's new sculpture was disputatious, sparking heated debates about its meaning and worth. "

"to scald the hand"

"The student gave an impassioned speech about the importance of protecting the environment. "

"Attendance at the meeting is required."

"The teacher's harangue about the importance of homework lasted for fifteen minutes. "

"The school's new manager is responsible for organizing the sports teams. "

"The motorist stopped at the red light. "

"One way to encourage your employees to work harder is by giving them incentives."

"The teacher praised Maria's punctuality, noting she was always on time for class. "

"Actually, I had nothing to do with that incident."

"The lawyer presented a forceful argument that convinced the jury. "

"The politician received a lot of public criticism for his controversial stance on the issue."