: enthusiastically praised
an acclaimed performance/performer
the city's most acclaimed restaurants
Greenfeld is best known as a journalist, the author of five acclaimed books of nonfiction …—
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The rom-com canon receives a meaty and eloquent addition thanks to the acclaimed cast, consisting of Nicole Beharie, André Holland, and DeWanda Wise.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Sep. 2025
The music is by acclaimed tenor, composer and musicologist Jeremy Dutcher, a member of Neqotkuk (Tobique First Nation).
—Jennie Punter, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
The films were adapted from Twilight creator Stephenie Meyer’s acclaimed series of books that won multiple awards, sold over 160 million copies worldwide and were translated into 49 different languages.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Named in honor of Alexander Calder (1898-1976), the most acclaimed and influential sculptor of the 20th century and a native Philadelphian, Calder Gardens will be a place for art, culture, environmental awareness, and introspection.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Sep. 2025
The music is by acclaimed tenor, composer and musicologist Jeremy Dutcher, a member of Neqotkuk (Tobique First Nation).
—Jennie Punter, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
The films were adapted from Twilight creator Stephenie Meyer’s acclaimed series of books that won multiple awards, sold over 160 million copies worldwide and were translated into 49 different languages.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Named in honor of Alexander Calder (1898-1976), the most acclaimed and influential sculptor of the 20th century and a native Philadelphian, Calder Gardens will be a place for art, culture, environmental awareness, and introspection.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
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“Acclaimed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acclaimed. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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