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Diatribe

/dˈaɪəˌtraɪb/
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(noun) A forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something.

The host launched into a diatribe about declining standards in politics.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The politician launched into a lengthy ____ against his opponents.

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