as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
it's admirable the way she helps her elderly neighbor with chores and errands every Saturday
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Recent Examples of admirable
Their attitudes about the direction of the country also creates frictions in their friendship, a poignant emotional thread that the filmmaker approaches with admirable subtlety.
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Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
Be the one to start conversations and set up meetings that show your intent is admirable, not blusterous.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
That reflects an admirable commitment to long-term development, which has played out in AMD’s absurdly high CPU share among the hyperscalers.
—Patrick Moorhead, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
As for the second problem, that's where Amazon has shown remarkable — and admirable — restraint.
—Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 22 Nov. 2024
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Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
Be the one to start conversations and set up meetings that show your intent is admirable, not blusterous.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
That reflects an admirable commitment to long-term development, which has played out in AMD’s absurdly high CPU share among the hyperscalers.
—Patrick Moorhead, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
As for the second problem, that's where Amazon has shown remarkable — and admirable — restraint.
—Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 22 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admirable
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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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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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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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This example from Swiss Watch Expo is in excellent, near new condition with its full bracelet and original box.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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The excellent Shailene Woodley pulls off the toughest assignment as the prophetic (or mentally ill) daughter, but Zachary Qunto, Rebecca Henderson and Christopher Sears all forge empathetic beasts.Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 13 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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In an era when contemporary art has become an asset class, Rashid Johnson’s level of success is impressive, and apparently rock solid.Calvin Tomkins, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Tuck’s journey to this milestone is as impressive as her resume.Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 9 Dec. 2024
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My companion thought Susan Hilferty’s costumes were the most praiseworthy feature of the production.Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
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Some viewed his actions as praiseworthy, while others condemned them and labeled him a vigilante.Janelle Griffith, NBC News, 22 Nov. 2024
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Shuttles will transport you to other nearby attractions like Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve which, in addition to being a popular golf course, has an awesome cave and nature walk that little and big kids will love.Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Human individual rights and protecting them are awesome, too.Makena Kelly, WIRED, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Admirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admirable. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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