approvingly

Example Sentences

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My great-uncle, a traditional yellow-dog Democrat who was born during the Depression and named for Franklin Roosevelt, predicted approvingly that Jackson would “light a fire” under the audience.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2026

They went with serve in the third set and Shelton did his best to feed off what he has approvingly called a "rowdy" Melbourne crowd.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

But the Senate ultimately refused to remove Chase from office, Roberts noted approvingly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 31, 2025

My head almost popped off when Vance spoke approvingly of the many young women he knew growing up who had abortions “because they feel like they didn’t have any other options.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 2, 2024

She would nod approvingly, and they would giggle.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana