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as in respected
to think very highly or favorably of
I admire the way you handled such a touchy situation
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Recent Examples of admired
Chris Waugh, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Ahn won five Grand Bell Awards for best actor, a record, and was widely admired for a career defined by consistency and an absence of scandal.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Jan. 2026
Justin Jefferson has hardly been admired more by the Minnesota Vikings than during this season of frustration for their once-potent offense, despite production by the four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver that has lagged well behind his remarkable standard.
—CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
The killing of Kirk hit hard at the White House, where many knew and admired the conservative activist.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 31 Dec. 2025
Photographs of Hardy and Darc under the portico and inside the main entrance hall are still admired today.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 23 Dec. 2025
Bobby Beathard would’ve admired Harbaugh’s team.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2025
Whether one is persuaded by his ideas or not, Waltz will long be admired for encouraging scholars to ask the big questions.
—Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
In the 1980s, Jobs visited Sony and admired the company uniforms that Miyake had designed—a taupe nylon jacket with removable sleeves that could convert into a vest.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 11 Nov. 2025
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Yet that has happened on only four occasions this season and, while Newcastle are looking to recruit a left-back this month — Toulouse’s Dayann Methalie is admired — Miley has unexpectedly emerged as a genuine option at right-back.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired
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And while this nourishing side dish pairs well with practically everything, it’s especially appreciated during holidays.—
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The funding is well appreciated, officials said, as food banks around the commonwealth see an uptick in interest.—
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Under all circumstances, the principles of international law and the UN Charter must be respected.—
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In Europe, Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez urged all parties to de-escalate tensions and act responsibly, stressing that international law and the UN Charter must be respected.—
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So Jordan’s overhaul challenged both a distinct corporate culture and a revered business model.—
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So revered is the island for its diving that Scuba Diving Magazine has named it the best shore diving destination in the Caribbean for 33 consecutive years.—
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He also is regarded as one of the inventors of the butterfly style of goaltending, later adopted by some of the greatest to play the position.—
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Since González López assumed his new role, at least 14 senior figures associated with Marcano Tábata have disappeared, according to sources, including generals regarded as essential to the Honor Guard’s brigade-level command and operational continuity.—
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But after 9/11, Tagliabue showed a different side, particularly toward league employees who had lost loved ones in the attacks.—
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Preserving income, insurance and retirement Financial security also depends on preserving income and protecting loved ones.—
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Diane was also known for collaborating with esteemed filmmaker Nancy Meyers, including Father of the Bride and Something's Gotta Give.—
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To the esteemed members of Congress, there is your initial start to legislation.—
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History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals.—
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Atlanta will be a cherished checkpoint for fans of what might be college football’s all-time most remarkable tale.—
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There is so much pleasure to be had in rereading old favorites—and part of the joy is meeting beloved characters, who have been updated or somehow arrive in a new form to resist old tropes and types.—
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Due to the notoriety of the locally beloved sandwich, IndyStar recently held a Tenderloin Tournament to find the establishment that serves the best tenderloin in Indiana.—
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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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