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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
Remember those catchy songs, fabulous choreography, and appropriate use of Lady Gaga’s estimable talents?
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Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 11 Oct. 2024
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An endurance runner in a chart marketplace resistant to female R&B singer-songwriters, Tinashe has quietly amassed an estimable catalog (2021’s 333 is one of the decade’s friskiest statements).
—Alfred Soto, SPIN, 16 Aug. 2024
On the first leg, support was provided by the duo of Robert Plant and Alison Krauss and the estimable newcomer Celisse.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 1 Aug. 2024
The play revolves around a battered green truck carrying a grizzled old farmer named Will (the estimable James Carpenter) and a young farmworker named Martin (Emilio Garcia-Sanchez) who realize to their great chagrin that they are both descended from Tom Joad.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 24 June 2024
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Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 11 Oct. 2024
Also Read Jack Russell, Ex-Great White Singer, Dies At 63
An endurance runner in a chart marketplace resistant to female R&B singer-songwriters, Tinashe has quietly amassed an estimable catalog (2021’s 333 is one of the decade’s friskiest statements).
—Alfred Soto, SPIN, 16 Aug. 2024
On the first leg, support was provided by the duo of Robert Plant and Alison Krauss and the estimable newcomer Celisse.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 1 Aug. 2024
The play revolves around a battered green truck carrying a grizzled old farmer named Will (the estimable James Carpenter) and a young farmworker named Martin (Emilio Garcia-Sanchez) who realize to their great chagrin that they are both descended from Tom Joad.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 24 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimable
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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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There is no history of disciplinary action in her police record, which lists several awards for meritorious police work.Shayla Colon, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The rapper then expressed his willingness to be compliant with rules and regulations, a reference to his attempt to maintain a respectable image in the eyes of his fans and the public at large.Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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With 58,000 miles on the clock, this CTS-V wagon sold for a respectable $62,000.Christian Gilbertsen, Robb Report, 8 Jan. 2025
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Den of Thieves 2: Pantera instead turns out to be an ideal action vehicle for the always watchable and rugged Butler, and a worthy enough sequel to an original that wasn’t all that original to begin with.Pete Hammond, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
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As the moon and Mars harmonize, a worthy opponent inspires you to beat your best!USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2025
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Now is an excellent moment to be brave and explore new projects, people and plans.Kyle Thomas, People.com, 12 Jan. 2025
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With excellent lift access, 12 lifts provide visitors with access to 244 skiable acres.Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2025
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First launched in 1989, this esteemed affair is set to return for its 36th iteration this year, with no shortage of elevated drinking and dining experiences taking place within the city’s world-class Boston Harbor Hotel.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Now in an esteemed stateside collection, this 335 S was used by movie director Michael Mann as a reference for the race cars in his recent Ferrari biopic.Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2025
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The antic good humor with which those humans under attack cope is admirable, but we’re reminded this is no joke when one employee’s visiting teenage son is killed.Dennis Harvey, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
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An admirable approach, but the pit was too deep, the opposition too talented.Christopher Kamrani, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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There are many online casinos available, so finding a reputable site to begin your online gambling can be overwhelming.Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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For me, the film provided a welcome excuse to read up on Dylan, who has always been a reputable source of enjoyably gnomic quotes, self-mythologizing, and enigmatic asides.Nate Anderson, Ars Technica, 4 Jan. 2025
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The Lotus Shoes, by Jane Yang In 18th-century China, an embroidery artist is sold into slavery to the distinguished Fong family.Staff, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Jan. 2025
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Another distinguished participant was President Carter’s pastor, Tony Lowden.Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Estimable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimable. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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