He was Decrying these idle nonsensical amusements in time of public distress, when it was every one's business to think of other matters, and to be miserable.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
For years I had been the closest friend that lady possessed; and, within the hour, had I not heard a woman, who should have been a stranger, Decrying me to her as if I had been a servant she wished to see discharged?
"Wives and Widows; or The Broken Life"
Ann S. Stephens
However, it is sometimes easier to sell a thing by frankly Decrying it than by covering up its bad points, and I'm trying desperately to make a good impression upon you.
"Flowing Gold"
Rex Beach