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to think very highly or favorably of
I admire the way you handled such a touchy situation
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Recent Examples of admired
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Sarah is easily one of the most admired and talented magazine writers working today.
—The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026
From there, Bono‘s concerns in the lyrics go international, with songs in tribute to figures who were killed in Iran and Gaza, as well as songs inspired by admired figures in Israel and Ukraine.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
Among the world's most admired and influential filmmakers, Wiseman won an honorary Academy Award in 2016 and completed more than 35 documentaries, some several hours long.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
On Thursday, Nordic Knots, which also launched a textiles collection for the home in 2025, announced the addition of new minority investors to scale its global presence, supporting the brand’s mission of becoming the most admired and leading brand in the interior and home category.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Hannah Malach, InStyle, 9 June 2026
But behind the acclaim lies an ongoing challenge in an industry that prioritizes commerce over creativity, which, Lennon says, drew him to the story of artists he’s known and admired for years.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 June 2026
Long admired for its beauty as a vining plant, wisteria (Wisteria sinensis)looks beautiful when growing on architectural elements in the garden or around the home.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 7 June 2026
Look, who among us hasn’t at some point or another admired some Nazi gear and expressed excitement about getting to kill people?
—Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
An attacker to replace Gordon is a top priority, with Osasuna’s Victor Munoz admired, and Newcastle have also enquired about AIK’s 18-year-old right-winger Zadok Yohanna.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 5 June 2026
As two of the most famous pop songwriters in the world, Swift and McCartney have admired each another’s work from afar over the years.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2026
The mural stood for nearly three decades before workers began painting over it last month, causing an uproar among residents who admired the mural’s grand scale and message of ocean conservation.
—Russ Bynum, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Larry Larson’s colleagues admired him for his many gifts.
—Jim Farmer, AJC.com, 2 June 2026
Adjective
A week has passed since the horrific death of Nancy Metayer Bowen, an admired leader in Broward County, the vice mayor of Coral Springs, and a rising young star in the Democratic Party.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Sarah is easily one of the most admired and talented magazine writers working today.
—The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026
From there, Bono‘s concerns in the lyrics go international, with songs in tribute to figures who were killed in Iran and Gaza, as well as songs inspired by admired figures in Israel and Ukraine.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
Among the world's most admired and influential filmmakers, Wiseman won an honorary Academy Award in 2016 and completed more than 35 documentaries, some several hours long.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
On Thursday, Nordic Knots, which also launched a textiles collection for the home in 2025, announced the addition of new minority investors to scale its global presence, supporting the brand’s mission of becoming the most admired and leading brand in the interior and home category.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
According to People, the teenager has long admired her mom's red-and-white 1973 Bronco.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 9 June 2026
But behind the acclaim lies an ongoing challenge in an industry that prioritizes commerce over creativity, which, Lennon says, drew him to the story of artists he’s known and admired for years.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 June 2026
Long admired for its beauty as a vining plant, wisteria (Wisteria sinensis)looks beautiful when growing on architectural elements in the garden or around the home.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 7 June 2026
Look, who among us hasn’t at some point or another admired some Nazi gear and expressed excitement about getting to kill people?
—Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
An attacker to replace Gordon is a top priority, with Osasuna’s Victor Munoz admired, and Newcastle have also enquired about AIK’s 18-year-old right-winger Zadok Yohanna.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 5 June 2026
As two of the most famous pop songwriters in the world, Swift and McCartney have admired each another’s work from afar over the years.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2026
The mural stood for nearly three decades before workers began painting over it last month, causing an uproar among residents who admired the mural’s grand scale and message of ocean conservation.
—Russ Bynum, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Larry Larson’s colleagues admired him for his many gifts.
—Jim Farmer, AJC.com, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired
Adjective
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Chapman expressed gratefulness that skateboarding is now thriving and more widely appreciated.—
Sofia Montoya-Deck,
Baltimore Sun,
15 June 2026
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In my experience, even a lean staff can deliver excellent customer service when communication is clear, systems are organized and employees feel appreciated rather than overwhelmed.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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That’s to say it should be paid, socially respected, and built at a scale commensurate with the challenges of the day.—
Belonging Forum,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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But also, as a final multiplier, the selling teams’ ability to write long, strong contracts and either demand that they be respected or ask for a huge sum in exchange.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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On the bench is the revered Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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The documentary, released in 1987, ended up being a display of how difficult the revered Berry could be as well as a tribute to him and his genius.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Banks maintained long-standing relationships with corporate clients; white-shoe law firms didn’t compete for business; hostile takeovers and the like were regarded as somewhat unsavory.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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Pete Distad, a former Apple exec who joined Fox last year and spearheaded the launch of the Fox One subscription streamer, is seasoned and well-regarded.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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The collection of autobiographical monologues explores the hardships and unexpected humor of caring for loved ones across every stage of life.—
Point Loma-Ob Monthly,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 June 2026
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Hooks said the agency's hearts are with the teen's family and loved ones during their difficult time.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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Wood's work also crossed over into pop culture, as the esteemed author and professor was referenced by Matt Damon's character, Will Hunting, in the 1997 Academy Award-winning film Good Will Hunting.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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Rush’s return for the Fifty Something Tour is their first since esteemed drummer Neil Peart died in 2020 and their first tour, period, since 2015.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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This jewelry is purpose-made for the creation of cherished memories.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Monroe University said McCleod was a cherished member of its basketball team.—
Katie Houlis,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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The world first fell in love with her as a contestant in the RuPaul’s Drag Race multiverse, where her razor-sharp charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent turned her into one of the franchise’s most beloved queens.—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Inspired by the original trilogy books by Robert Ludlum, the beloved franchise takes Damon's character all over the world on dangerous missions, running into enemies and the occasional ally as his past in espionage repeatedly catches up with him.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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