high esteem

Example Sentences

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"Abed loved journalism and held it in high esteem because it documents the truth," his father Samir Shaath told AFP, using his dead son's nickname.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

“Available evidence suggests that the deceased was a person of high social standing—most likely a knight or commander held in particularly high esteem and respect,” said the director of the organization that supervised the excavation.

From Slate • Jul. 26, 2025

However, chef Anne Burrell, someone whom I hold in high esteem for all things culinary, epitomizes the concept of vegan or vegetarian food that is bold, flavorful, hearty and unique.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2024

At the time of his death, Sir Kier said everyone held him in high esteem.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2024

Although we might not listen to it regularly or even at all, we all hold it in very high esteem, and an important part of a highly cultured society.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin