as in laudatory
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Adjective
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Others wrote to her about the piece, too—letters at turns laudatory and scathing, supportive and sexist, and sometimes moving.—
The New Yorker,
The New Yorker,
24 Mar. 2025 -
After dinner and words from laudatory speakers, Uncle Ken was asked to add his story.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The first 20 guests will receive a gift card, complimentary drinks and light refreshments.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Apr. 2025
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The card also comes with a complimentary concierge service, which can help with anything from securing dinner reservations to hard-to-get concert tickets.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As the Trump administration continues to pursue a deal to end the war in Ukraine — one that may end up being more favorable to Moscow than Kyiv — Europeans, for the first time in decades, are focusing on their own military might.—
Sebastian Shukla,
CNN,
23 Mar. 2025
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The plan commission forwards a recommendation either favorable or unfavorable to the Porter County Board of Commissioners who would then have two readings, the first at a public hearing, while the second does not require a public hearing.—
Shelley Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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While Germans are usually very image-conscious over their military, particularly given the country’s history, polling suggests many now hold a more positive opinion.—
Sebastian Shukla,
CNN,
23 Mar. 2025
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Researchers noted the positive effects of ecstatic epilepsy and synthesized fifty-three theoretical models of delusion.—
Rafil Kroll-Zaidi,
Harper's Magazine,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Stalin willed into being socialist realism, a hagiographic style that crept into art forms like music and painting.—
Joshua Yaffa,
The New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2025
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This is the same notion that makes this more of a hagiographic portrait than a truly thoughtful biographical film.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The message drew extended applause from the appreciative audience.—
Paul Harris,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
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Henrichs is appreciative of those who have taken care of him.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
The Athletic,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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With delicate frill details and a flattering sleeveless silhouette, this dress exudes an effortless bridesmaid look.—
Caroline Griswold,
Vogue,
27 Mar. 2025
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Spanx The Perfect Jumpsuit Who doesn’t love a sleek jumpsuit that’s flattering, comfortable, and versatile?—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Baseball’s celebration of that day often obscures the fact that MLB hasn’t been African American friendly in decades.—
Terence Moore,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Vermont's politics and demographics are also more friendly to Sanders' views than other battleground districts in the Trump era.—
Stephen Fowler,
NPR,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Laudative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laudative. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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