as in favorable
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expressing or containing praise
a laudatory biography The play received mostly laudatory reviews.
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Recent Examples of laudatory
Local press for the Amon Carter show had likewise been laudatory.
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Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 3 Sep. 2019
After debuting to laudatory reviews, drawing strong ratings throughout its 10-episode run, and landing a (surprise) two-season renewal from FX, Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks’ historical epic took home the Emmy for Best Drama Series at Sunday night’s ceremony.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 Sep. 2024
The campaign also is likely to benefit from a week of laudatory exposure during the Democratic National Convention next week.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2024
One of the most important thinkers behind the revolution wrote a laudatory account of the young Jewish state, and until the early years of this century, Iranian leaders at times showed a surprisingly nuanced view of Israel’s role in the Middle East.
—Ali M. Ansari, Foreign Affairs, 29 May 2024
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Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 3 Sep. 2019
After debuting to laudatory reviews, drawing strong ratings throughout its 10-episode run, and landing a (surprise) two-season renewal from FX, Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks’ historical epic took home the Emmy for Best Drama Series at Sunday night’s ceremony.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 Sep. 2024
The campaign also is likely to benefit from a week of laudatory exposure during the Democratic National Convention next week.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2024
One of the most important thinkers behind the revolution wrote a laudatory account of the young Jewish state, and until the early years of this century, Iranian leaders at times showed a surprisingly nuanced view of Israel’s role in the Middle East.
—Ali M. Ansari, Foreign Affairs, 29 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laudatory
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The complaints accuse PBMs, like CVS Caremark and OptumRx, of manipulating the system by demanding large rebates from drug manufacturers in exchange for favorable placement on formularies, which led to inflated drug prices for health plans.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Their remaining schedule until the new year is favorable.Rob Rossi, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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Despite more positive reports in previous months, concerns remain about the economic outlook, leaving policymakers and businesses questioning whether the downturn in confidence will translate to slower growth in 2024.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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However, a powerful shift really begins to unfold for you on January 11, when the North Node of Destiny officially enters Pisces, driving you toward personal growth and positive relationship developments.Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
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Andrew Stevens pays loving but not hagiographic tribute to his late mother, famed actress Stella Stevens, in his documentary recently showcased at the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival.Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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This is no hagiographic portrait of Czechoslovak Radio as a beacon of civic resistance.Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Laudatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laudatory. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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