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as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
a dramatist with an estimable body of work
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as in respectable
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
no estimable archaeologist would be fooled by such a crude and obvious hoax
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Recent Examples of estimable
Oh, and the estimable Viola Davis (59), decorated with the Cecil B. DeMille Award.
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Valerie Monroe, Allure, 7 Jan. 2025
The period recreation is impeccable, and the many music performance sequences could not be more transporting, benefiting enormously from lead actors doing their own singing with estimable polish.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
Every other nation has folk traditions of men who were poor but extremely wise and virtuous, and therefore more estimable than anyone with power and gold.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
The Triple Whopper with Limburger is a rumor that has Herbert, estimable young quarterback of Smith’s former team, drafting fifth overall, could be traded to a willing team that can afford him.
—Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2024
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Valerie Monroe, Allure, 7 Jan. 2025
The period recreation is impeccable, and the many music performance sequences could not be more transporting, benefiting enormously from lead actors doing their own singing with estimable polish.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
Every other nation has folk traditions of men who were poor but extremely wise and virtuous, and therefore more estimable than anyone with power and gold.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
The Triple Whopper with Limburger is a rumor that has Herbert, estimable young quarterback of Smith’s former team, drafting fifth overall, could be traded to a willing team that can afford him.
—Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimable
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Principled commitment to board diversity standards may continue to be meritorious.—
Michael Peregrine,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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He was awarded a citation for courage and meritorious service after an explosion in the USS Leyte aircraft carrier’s port catapult machinery room while it was stationed in the South Boston Naval Annex, his family said.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
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Further back, Kimi Antonelli in sixth impressed in his Mercedes, setting the fastest lap of the race, while home favorite Yuki Tsunoda fought through to a respectable P12 in his first race for Red Bull.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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The twin-size Premier Hybrid is the only size currently $100 less, but the queen starts at a respectable $999, while the king starts at $1,199.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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That worthy goal has been raised like a hardy perennial at least since the birth of our nation, when presumably it was calculated with quill pens.—
Clarence Page,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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One worthy event all Trekkies can participate in is Trek Talks 4, an annual livestream telethon to benefit the Hollywood Food Coalition.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Two standout experiences near the water include Schooner’s in the Caribbean Village, open for breakfast and dinner (chef Chris’s swordfish steak was excellent) as well as Barefoot by the Sea in the Italian Village.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Rear space is excellent, with plenty of legroom and headroom, accentuated by the panoramic sunroof.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Bruce Glover, the esteemed character actor who starred opposite Sean Connery as Bond villain Mr. Wint in Diamonds are Forever, has died.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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If the original Miller & Lux helped define Thrive City as a culinary destination, its Hawaiian sister-restaurant brings that same allure to this esteemed hotel property.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Coming out of the clubhouse turn, Ortiz and Sandman blew past them and hit the line two-and-a-half lengths in front of Publisher, who showed admirable kick in clawing out of the pack to place.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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The debate between them is handled with admirable complexity, but the characters don’t have enough room to develop beyond the central argument of the play.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2025
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Lost/Mayhem is very upset that their 40 years of hard work building a solid brand, well recognized in the surf culture, a two time US gold medal winner, has been diluted and taken by a reputable pop star.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Mar. 2025
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Additionally, the office says engraving or etching the part with the vehicle identification number or license plate can alert a reputable scrap dealer that the device is stolen and can help to identify the owner.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2025
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Nestled along the storied banks of the River Thames, 15 Cheyne Walk stands as one of Chelsea’s most distinguished homes, a residence steeped in history, grandeur, and a 300-year-old legacy.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
2 Apr. 2025
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Michel Koopman is the CEO & Founder at CxO Coaching, with a distinguished career as a senior operator and entrepreneur.—
Michel Koopman,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Estimable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimable. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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