acclaim
Example Sentences
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“Our theory, that the man who sweeps the floor is worth $5 for eight hours work, is not only sound business but it’s social justice,” Ford said amid widespread popular acclaim.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
Reed was nothing if not consistent in his swipes at acclaimed actors and directors alike — the newer the acclaim, the more likely the criticism.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
During that time, he’s lingered just below the first tier of indie-rock singer-songwriters in terms of popularity and critical acclaim.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
The band released their first album in 18 years in late 2023, with "Hackney Diamonds" topping the album charts in more than a dozen countries and earning some critical acclaim.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
In 1957, their book, The Shakespearean Ciphers Examined, came out to great acclaim.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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