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commendable

[kuh-men-duh-buhl] / kəˈmɛn də bəl /


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Her restraint is the commendable trait on which the women hang their devotion.

From Salon ● Aug. 8, 2026

Paul Seixas, France’s great 19-year-old hope, was happy enough to hang with Pogacar and earn a commendable fourth place in his Tour debut.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026

"What the young people did was commendable," he told AFP.

From Barron's ● Jul. 25, 2026

In response to Ireland's commendable efforts with the bat, Indian openers Sanju Samson and Sharma hit 16 off the opening over before Moondra removed Samson with his first delivery in international cricket.

From BBC ● Jun. 26, 2026

“A very commendable ambition, young man,” said a small voice from across the cell.

From "The Phantom Tollbooth" by Norton Juster




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