admiration

Example Sentences

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Some historians believe that the treason count was intentionally added by the prosecutors to tie the hands of Gov. Henry Wise, who had expressed some admiration for Brown’s courage and integrity.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

On Reddit, the mood around the sequel is similarly mixed - part admiration, part scepticism, and a fair amount of fatigue with the "hype" around the film.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Even as they profess admiration for one another’s work, Ruth, Jay and Leigh sink into a bog of miscommunication and antagonism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Despite the tension, Sanchez said Friday he had "immense respect for the US presidency and great admiration for American society".

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

Jacques gave a huff of admiration into the sea, and the waves boiled.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell