commendable

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The tabulation — which can last weeks past election day — is the product, in large part, of a commendable objective: Encouraging as many people as possible to vote.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

His counsel is always opportune: “To live peacefully with those that are harsh and perverse, or disorderly, or such as oppose us, is a great grace, and highly commendable and manly.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

It also demonstrated there was immense quality to go with her commendable longevity - with Fishlock playing in 67% of the 245 international matches ever played by the Welsh women's side.

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025

Not that the PA is a thoroughly commendable organization.

From Slate • Sep. 3, 2025

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

From "The Phantom Tollbooth" by Norton Juster