1
as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
a dramatist with an estimable body of work
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2
as in respectable
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
no estimable archaeologist would be fooled by such a crude and obvious hoax
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Recent Examples of estimable
There is a gap for reinforcements, just as there is at right centre-half behind the estimable Fabian Schar.
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George Caulkin, New York Times, 10 Aug. 2025
There are over a dozen artists represented, including the estimable Utagawa Hiroshige.
—Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
Not to compare our endurance test to that of poor ol’ Floyd, but still, tighter tale-telling, less musical repetition and more intimate staging could send the estimable Floyd Collins soaring.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
On the flip side, the Pittsburgh Penguins have remained loyal to their estimable triumvirate of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2025
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The award would recognize those nominated for bravery or meritorious awards under the existing Australian Honors and Awards system for their actions during and after the attack, according to The Associated Press.—
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No meritorious credit will be granted.—
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But after a transfer of ownership and a revamp of the voting body, the Golden Globes TV awards have gotten positively respectable.—
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Rookie Andres Borregales made 27 of 32 attempts, a respectable mark.—
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And the site’s long weekend deals are definitely shop-worthy.—
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Baking is made easier thanks to pastry chef-worthy mixing bowls, stainless steel measuring cups, and even an adjustable rolling pin.—
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Over the next 19 seasons, Tomlin wrote his own chapter with one of the NFL’s marquee franchises, winning a Super Bowl and going to another while becoming one of the most respected voices — if idiosyncratic — voices in the game.—
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Courtney, who joined Temple’s staff this offseason, has long been one of the most respected assistant coaches in college basketball.—
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And for mornings, Butchertown Grocery Bakery anchors the day with excellent pastries, especially the flaky biscuits, and local coffee—no reinvention necessary.—
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Once again, marble and soapstone, cited above, are excellent alternatives that will stand the test of time despite constant wear and tear.—
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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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The state tried to incorporate as many voices as possible, which is admirable in some ways, but diluted rural hospitals’ message, Stansbury said.—
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Her latest New York outing proves exactly why her refined personal style is so admirable.—
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If that doesn’t work, contact the marble manufacturer, a restoration service, or a reputable cleaning professional with experience in removing stains from marble.—
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For this reason, always look for reputable sellers on Facebook Marketplace and walk away from deals that seem like scams.—
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“Estimable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimable. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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