as in respectable
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
a respected oncologist whose reputation brought her patients from all over the world
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as in admired
to think very highly or favorably of
an upstanding senator who is respected by political allies and foes alike
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Recent Examples of respected
Joshua D. Smeltzer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Inclusive leadership involves creating an environment where everyone's voice is valued and respected, despite obstacles such as stress, speed and lack of mindfulness.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
There are things that should always be respected, and many are forgetting everything that wrestling has given them.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
Hammad Albalawi, head of Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid unit, said in September that LGBTQ fans were welcome and their privacy would be respected, pointing to the millions of fans who had travelled to the country for sporting events in recent years.
—Reuters, NBC News, 11 Nov. 2024
Coats, a former Republican senator, remains widely respected by lawmakers of both parties for his handling of that role.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, The New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2024
By being intentional about giving feedback, managers can create environments where employees feel respected, valued and motivated to succeed.
—Kip Holderness, Quartz, 21 Oct. 2024
Abortion access serves as the flash point for a frightening regression of not only reproductive care in America, a subject always impacting women more gravely, but also a frightening regression in how women are viewed, treated, and respected societally.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Them being respected and a part of decision-making gives them a voice and ownership that leads to them wanting to stay.
—Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 2 Oct. 2024
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Conclusion Government oversight and enforcement is, of course, necessary to ensure that the legal standards passed by Congress are properly implemented and respected.
—Joshua D. Smeltzer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Inclusive leadership involves creating an environment where everyone's voice is valued and respected, despite obstacles such as stress, speed and lack of mindfulness.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
There are things that should always be respected, and many are forgetting everything that wrestling has given them.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
Hammad Albalawi, head of Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid unit, said in September that LGBTQ fans were welcome and their privacy would be respected, pointing to the millions of fans who had travelled to the country for sporting events in recent years.
—Reuters, NBC News, 11 Nov. 2024
Coats, a former Republican senator, remains widely respected by lawmakers of both parties for his handling of that role.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, The New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2024
By being intentional about giving feedback, managers can create environments where employees feel respected, valued and motivated to succeed.
—Kip Holderness, Quartz, 21 Oct. 2024
Abortion access serves as the flash point for a frightening regression of not only reproductive care in America, a subject always impacting women more gravely, but also a frightening regression in how women are viewed, treated, and respected societally.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Them being respected and a part of decision-making gives them a voice and ownership that leads to them wanting to stay.
—Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for respected
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For the Truth the Turkey is in Comparison a much more respectable Bird, and withal a true original Native of America.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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Braun’s version trades this for a respectable plausibility, recasting the doorman as a head waiter who struggles mightily against his demotion and is eventually rewarded with the role of hotel director.Elle Carroll, Vulture, 24 Dec. 2024
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But that did not mean the city’s trajectory had to be admired.The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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Early on, the two families got together for a youth football game, and Perri Owens admired how protective foster mom Beth Dickerson was — and how the foster mom had a no-nonsense, direct approach with the boys.Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
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Nomad Greenland is a reputable local tour company based in Nuuk, and arranges everything from glamping in the Greenland wilderness and puffin safaris to guided art and cultural art walks around local villages and Arctic foraging.Michelle Gross, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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In the meantime, rely on your common sense, watch out for red flags and only install software from reputable platforms.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 15 Dec. 2024
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To pick up on the aviation analogy, data centers will soon be regarded like airports—an essential service that keeps the economy moving.Andrew Schaap, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Historically, failure in any situation has been regarded as the worst possible outcome.Leen Kawas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Tay eventually moved on from acting altogether, going on to study economics at the prestigious Yale University.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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Traditionally, a handful of prestigious journals have wielded significant control over which research gets published.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 25 Dec. 2024
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With numerous experts claiming to offer the best services, brands must seek out professionals who are certified by esteemed regulatory bodies.Harshit Jain, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Saturday, December 7 The Scene RESISTANCE Miami U.S. Club Residency’s Miami Art Week edition at M2 Miami, featuring headlining act Mind Against The Report ULTRA Worldwide’s esteemed U.S. Club Residency, RESISTANCE Miami, returned to M2 Miami for its second annual Miami Art Week soirée.Jaime Sloane, SPIN, 16 Dec. 2024
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Even the reputed permabear who fears a debt crisis is coming believes the best option for the average investor is to simply buy and hold the S&P 500 for the long haul, adding to your position when the market falls.Will Daniel, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2024
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Should Bordeaux wines from this vintage be regarded with less respect than those from other more reputed or ‘stellar’ years?Tom Mullen, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
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The distinguished field has its share of bad actors who have made news with their professional or personal wrongdoings.Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 25 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Now, the scene will be a parting image for Buehler’s distinguished tenure with the club, too.Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Respected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respected. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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