criticism
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Thai scholar Pavin Chachavalpongpun, known for his criticism of the monarchy, recalled meeting the princess in Singapore, describing her as someone who "treated every civil servant with kindness and respect".
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
The company has long faced criticism and scrutiny over its treatment of immigrant detainees and conditions at its facilities.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
The campaign arrives amid rising criticism of driverless technology and new competition.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
This helps explain why he can’t disregard her criticism the way any normal person might shrug off slights from someone they don’t respect.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
Those on the committee received due praise from the returning council members and from the state legislature, but voices of criticism were also heard.
From "An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793" by Jim Murphy
Vocabulary lists containing criticism
Power Suffix: -ism
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