bring (someone) to task

To scold, reprimand, or lecture someone on some wrong or error he or she has committed. Mom brought me to task over the alcohol she found in my car. You don't have to bring everyone to task who misuses the word "literally," you know.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
EfigÉNia	-	Portuguese
Justice	['dʒʌstis]
Ambrosios	-	Ancient Greek
Yorick	YAWR-ik (English), YAW-rik (Dutch), YO-rik (Dutch)	Literature, English, Dutch
Brahma	BRAH-mah	Hinduism
Franciszek	frahn-CHEE-shek	Polish