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criticism

[krit-uh-siz-uhm] / ˈkrɪt əˌsɪz əm /




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But she also directly addressed the criticism of her having a bad temper in a way that I think may haunt her.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

But Polanski has faced difficult questions in recent days after he publicly endorsed criticism of the Metropolitan Police's methods in the detaining of the suspect in the Golders Green attacks in north London last week.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Canadian policymakers have encouraged a more rigorous interpretation of antitrust laws amid criticism that a concentration in key industries has limited competition and weighed on the country’s productivity.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

And, his unpopularity is opening him up to increased criticism, even from his former supporters.

From Salon • May 4, 2026

I pause, and then try to clarify my question so it doesn’t sound like criticism.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan




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