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praise

[prayz] / preΙͺz /




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But the praise and pity produced resentment among many Americans who did not want an admissions system that elevated foreigners to a higher pedestal.

From Salon ● Oct. 30, 2026

They are under no obligation to do so, and they deserve full praise if they do.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 26, 2026

The iPhone Duo received mixed reviews, with praise for its large inner screen and criticism of its cramped front screen and heavy weight.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026

Last week Melania Trump unveiled a women's health program in a press conference in the White House Rose Garden alongside her husband, who lavished praise on her.

From Barron's ● Oct. 23, 2026

Considering all these matters, then, I shall praise both those princes who construct fortresses and those who do not.

From "The Prince" by NiccolΓ² Machiavelli

The Bible praises Moses as the humblest man on earth.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

Today, Martin praises the "really nice community" with "more young families moving in", although soaring rents have pushed out some lower-income residents.

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

Rams coach Sean McVay praises Australia for creating a “great atmosphere,” but he’s in no rush to ever play a game there again after 27-7 loss to the 49ers.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026

He shadowboxes with ostriches and brings in celebrities like Rick Ross and Naomi Campbell for IBA events; he praises Stalin and rides private jets.

From Salon ● Sep. 14, 2026

The choir sings upbeat songs, and almost everyone claps and praises Jesus.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas

Efa Akutekha, a 35-year-old digital marketing producer with about 20,000 followers on TikTok, praised Raman’s work strengthening the city’s tenant protections and pushing for an expansion of L.A.’s unarmed crisis response teams.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026

Sharon Owen, CEO of Calon Hearts, a Welsh charity that provides defibrillators and training, praised Hollings for his "quick thinking".

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

The president has praised the cooperation of Rodríguez’s government in securing major oil deals and opening Venezuela to foreign investment.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

Shell's chief executive Wael Sawan on Thursday praised "very strong results in a quarter with continued severe disruption to the global energy system".

From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026

Reviews praised “the great passion for investigation and tireless diligence of this woman,” and wealthy collectors immediately snapped up the more expensive copies, which had been hand-colored in Maria’s workshop.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman

A former police chief himself, he said it was clear from Raman’s debate remarks that she was praising Special Order 40 and not Gates.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026

And while his supporters described him ahead of the 2022 election as the "saviour of the Amazon", praising his commitment to protecting the rainforest, some environmentalists have been critical of some of his recent actions.

From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026

“Sensible cat books,” Spark once said, “are devoted to praising the cat for its catness.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026

"We are deeply sad about this outcome," the statement said, praising the three researchers' contributions and "their willingness to speak up and challenge ideas."

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

For fifteen minutes, Hitler spoke to the boys and girls, praising them.

From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti


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