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praise

[preyz] / preɪz /




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The changes elicited strong praise from some and criticism from others.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2026

Even Graham Platner, the scruffy Maine oyster farmer, was winning Obama-esque praise before his Senate candidacy imploded.

From Slate Sep. 9, 2026

Many recent stand-up acts might be critically acclaimed, but too few of them seem to garner the level of public praise as others do ire from fans.

From Salon Sep. 8, 2026

Sabah president Magsud Adigozalov last week was full of praise for Dambrauskas' impact.

From BBC Sep. 7, 2026

He huffed and puffed until a praise break broke out.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas

Bachteler praises Burnley's support throughout the process, saying that club doctors "saved her life" and have put her in touch with a respiratory specialist.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

And yet, a growing number of clientele continue to sing its praises.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2026

Nadira Goffe praises Lanterns’ deft portrayal of the Black American experience.

From Slate Aug. 31, 2026

Paid posts from food bloggers "who sing high praises about shops or destinations" have also drawn complaints when their recommendations are disappointing.

From Barron's Jul. 13, 2026

The praises of caseworkers who should have known better infuriated me so much that I had to walk away to calm down.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter

Sabalenka held back tears during her post-match interview where she praised Rybakina's performance.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2026

Spinach, almonds, and sweet potatoes are often praised for their nutritional value.

From Science Daily Sep. 13, 2026

Rosenbaum praised the ruling, which came on the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, as a bright spot on a sad day.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2026

Bush, speaking at Washington’s historic Islamic Center on the same day of Sodi’s murder, reminded our nation that “America counts millions of Muslims amongst our citizens” and praised our “incredibly valuable contribution to our country.”

From Salon Sep. 11, 2026

The men congratulated one another and praised the ship for withstanding the ice.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong

And he’s thrilled to have found a home that supports his vision, praising Feldman and associate artistic director Jenny Slattery, who was his student when he taught at UC San Diego.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2026

The Telegraph called the show "flawless", external, praising its "Hollywood-indebted" staging, and Grande's "genuine affection for Britain".

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

Apple's chief executive Tim Cook bid farewell to the tech giant on Monday, paying tribute to founder Steve Jobs and praising staff as "extraordinary," as he passed the baton to incoming CEO John Ternus.

From Barron's Aug. 31, 2026

CNN released a statement praising Holmes for asking “a tough, relevant, and newsworthy question on behalf of the American people” and calling personal insults “beneath the office.”

From Slate Aug. 18, 2026

The only music I knew was from church: soaring, uplifting songs praising Jesus.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah




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