as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
you showed laudable restraint in dealing with that ridiculously demanding customer
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Recent Examples of laudable
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Sustainable development goals (SDGs) are theoretically laudable for these nations but before they can be addressed, hundreds of millions of people need access to stable, affordable energy access today.
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Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
But where past generations’ fungi phase typically involved tripping at concerts or watching The Wizard of Oz while playing Dark Side of the Moon, the modern youth mushroom movement has more laudable goals and far broader aspirations.
—Robert Johnson, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2024
While laudable, this effort has not been without some criticism from the athletes.
—Alexander Smith, NBC News, 9 Aug. 2024
In the development process for the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra, Diageo was granted four UK patents, and, in a laudable move, the license has been made available on a royalty-free basis to help encourage other drinks brands to innovate.
—Chris Haslam, WIRED, 13 Sep. 2024
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Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
But where past generations’ fungi phase typically involved tripping at concerts or watching The Wizard of Oz while playing Dark Side of the Moon, the modern youth mushroom movement has more laudable goals and far broader aspirations.
—Robert Johnson, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2024
While laudable, this effort has not been without some criticism from the athletes.
—Alexander Smith, NBC News, 9 Aug. 2024
In the development process for the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra, Diageo was granted four UK patents, and, in a laudable move, the license has been made available on a royalty-free basis to help encourage other drinks brands to innovate.
—Chris Haslam, WIRED, 13 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laudable
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Each situation is different and requires meritorious analysis.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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This year's most meritorious splurges include some familiar (read: repeat-winner) names.Allure, Allure, 26 Sep. 2024
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This is a busy time, but also a worthy time to celebrate the contributions of all those who make our elections possible.Carolina Lopez, Twin Cities, 3 Nov. 2024
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These are some of your top criteria for judging what makes a quality hotel—not to mention a worthy resort, cruise, spa, or island.CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2024
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Our take: The amount of training this requires is admirable.Corey Buhay, Outside Online, 7 Nov. 2024
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While being an informed citizen who's up to date on the race and the candidates' stances and plans is admirable, there is such a thing as burning out on political news when the election is so emotional and heated.Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
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North Carolina State University researchers found that deer movement can be excellent the last hour of daylight during the last-quarter phase of the moon.Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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Additionally, this maintenance is an excellent time for the IRS to test its systems to ensure that many people can submit their tax returns simultaneously.Nathalie Goldstein, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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In a country where alcohol is off the menu, the taste and range of drinks are inventive and praiseworthy.Prasad Ramamurthy, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2024
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There is nothing praiseworthy about simple membership in a tribe or group.Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 9 Aug. 2024
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The lot size of the property measures an impressive 7,865 square feet.Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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More impressive is the full support for 3D graphics alongside 2D sprites.Jordan Minor, PCMAG, 11 Nov. 2024
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“Laudable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laudable. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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