as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
a praiseworthy effort to introduce inner-city youths to the visual arts
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Recent Examples of praiseworthy
Yet not only have the rumors of physical media’s death been greatly exaggerated as boutique labels step in to pick up the slack, but even at the studio level, praiseworthy efforts to showcase archival treasures are alive and well.
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Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 31 July 2024
The 2013 elections that brought both to power were praiseworthy for being more fair and peaceful than Kenya’s 2007 election, and both leaders have presided over a boom in the Kenyan economy.
—Jacqueline R. McAllister, Foreign Affairs, 3 Aug. 2015
But the citizens of Baltimore are equally praiseworthy for their unwearied devotion to law, civility and morality through the many vicissitudes of life.
—Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 15 May 2024
Arsenal has had a triumphant season by almost any measure: more wins than even the Invincibles recorded in 2004, the best defense in England, unbeaten status against the five teams the club considers its real peers and a praiseworthy haul of 89 points.
—Rory Smith, New York Times, 17 May 2024
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Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 31 July 2024
The 2013 elections that brought both to power were praiseworthy for being more fair and peaceful than Kenya’s 2007 election, and both leaders have presided over a boom in the Kenyan economy.
—Jacqueline R. McAllister, Foreign Affairs, 3 Aug. 2015
But the citizens of Baltimore are equally praiseworthy for their unwearied devotion to law, civility and morality through the many vicissitudes of life.
—Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 15 May 2024
Arsenal has had a triumphant season by almost any measure: more wins than even the Invincibles recorded in 2004, the best defense in England, unbeaten status against the five teams the club considers its real peers and a praiseworthy haul of 89 points.
—Rory Smith, New York Times, 17 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for praiseworthy
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Hegseth, a combat veteran, received two Bronze Stars, including a 2012 citation for meritorious service as a counterinsurgency instructor.Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
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He was first deployed by the National Guard to Guantánamo Bay in 2004, then volunteered to serve in Iraq, where he was awarded the first of two Bronze Stars for meritorious service.Sharon LaFraniere, New York Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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Ending the pursuit of Haim would be a worthy message to the nation and to Harmeet Dhillon’s Civil Rights Division subordinates that there’s a new sheriff in town.The Editors, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
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Justin Gregory Faux Leather Gloves A quality pair of gloves is a worthy investment in the winter.Clara McMahon, People.com, 1 Dec. 2024
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With its combination of skilled professionals, advanced technology, and affordability, Turkey—and Vera Clinic in particular—is an excellent choice for anyone seeking exceptional hair restoration results.William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Develop Mobile Apps Another excellent and popular idea to build passive income is app creation.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Kurzel presents the iconography of America’s off-the-grid militia members — flags, swastikas, flyers in bars inviting the curious to meetings — with admirable straightforwardness.Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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The Ravens did an admirable job bottling up the MVP candidate, but not long enough.Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 2 Dec. 2024
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This song is exactly about that, adding a level of catharsis and laudable maturity to his catalog.Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 22 Nov. 2024
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If Harris wins, the selfless act of withdrawing from the race will be a laudable part of President Biden’s legacy.Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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The year’s most impressive filmmaking debut was the playwright Annie Baker’s soft but spiky recollection of life in western Massachusetts in the early ’90s.David Sims, The Atlantic, 9 Dec. 2024
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His second score was what coach Kevin O’Connell called the most impressive Darnold moment of the day.Alec Lewis, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Praiseworthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/praiseworthy. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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