as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
it's admirable the way she helps her elderly neighbor with chores and errands every Saturday
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Recent Examples of admirable
This is both an admirable sentiment and an easy one for Lear to have had.
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Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 5 Feb. 2025
Kinski pulls off the admirable feat of never winking at the camera even as her character makes absurd, fantastical moves, something that her co-star Malcolm McDowell, who plays Irena’s predatory brother, fails to accomplish.
—Vikram Murthi, Vulture, 21 Jan. 2025
The goals of this project are admirable, but face psychological headwinds because focusing on threats and evil is part of human nature.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
At the center of the storm: Replacing a future Hall of Famer is a tough ask, but Cam Jurgens has done an admirable job as Jason Kelce's replacement in the heart of the Eagles' offensive line.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025
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Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 5 Feb. 2025
Kinski pulls off the admirable feat of never winking at the camera even as her character makes absurd, fantastical moves, something that her co-star Malcolm McDowell, who plays Irena’s predatory brother, fails to accomplish.
—Vikram Murthi, Vulture, 21 Jan. 2025
The goals of this project are admirable, but face psychological headwinds because focusing on threats and evil is part of human nature.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
At the center of the storm: Replacing a future Hall of Famer is a tough ask, but Cam Jurgens has done an admirable job as Jason Kelce's replacement in the heart of the Eagles' offensive line.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admirable
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In conclusion, time is running out for taxpayers to file meritorious claims, which include more than claims where eligibility is absolutely certain.—
Tom Cullinan,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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Ralph Lauren is the first fashion designer ever to receive the honor, in recognition of his meritorious contributions as a designer, entrepreneur, business leader, and philanthropist.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
4 Jan. 2025
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That isn’t to say a worthy champion will struggle to emerge from this field.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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President Trump should be on the verge of a significant victory in his worthy campaign to rein in the administrative state — i.e., to restore constitutional order.—
Andrew C. McCarthy,
National Review,
17 Feb. 2025
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Lucas Bergvall and Dejan Kulusevski are excellent at carrying the ball and driving into space.—
Jay Harris,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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With its affordable price, this coverlet is an excellent value for the quality.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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For most sports franchises, environmental initiatives have long focused on presenting a positive public image and saving money through efficiency — laudable goals.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Feb. 2025
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From the initial laudable goal — equality of opportunity for all, regardless of gender — the military has been sliding toward something else: equality in outcomes.—
Bret Stephens,
The Mercury News,
1 Feb. 2025
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Known for his rich musical legacy with Los Bukis and impressive solo career, Solís incorporated the 2024 Drake diss track at Estadio Centenario (Resistencia) on Sunday (Feb. 23) night.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
25 Feb. 2025
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Gracie Abrams is at the forefront of this movement with her award-winning songwriting style, impressive stage presence and her overall remarkable artistry.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2025
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The fact that the Met is staging so many new works is fundamentally praiseworthy.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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My companion thought Susan Hilferty’s costumes were the most praiseworthy feature of the production.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Dec. 2024
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Anthony Cirelli and Brandon Hagel have been awesome in Tampa Bay, though not quite to the same degree as the Florida duo.—
Dom Luszczyszyn,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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Goats, however, cannot become professors, no matter how awesome that sounds.—
Michael Freeman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Admirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admirable. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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