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I admire the way you handled such a touchy situation
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Recent Examples of admired
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Sarah is easily one of the most admired and talented magazine writers working today.
—The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026
From there, Bono‘s concerns in the lyrics go international, with songs in tribute to figures who were killed in Iran and Gaza, as well as songs inspired by admired figures in Israel and Ukraine.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
Among the world's most admired and influential filmmakers, Wiseman won an honorary Academy Award in 2016 and completed more than 35 documentaries, some several hours long.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
On Thursday, Nordic Knots, which also launched a textiles collection for the home in 2025, announced the addition of new minority investors to scale its global presence, supporting the brand’s mission of becoming the most admired and leading brand in the interior and home category.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2026
The mural stood for nearly three decades before workers began painting over it last month, causing an uproar among residents who admired the mural’s grand scale and message of ocean conservation.
—Russ Bynum, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Larry Larson’s colleagues admired him for his many gifts.
—Jim Farmer, AJC.com, 2 June 2026
Both are admired, but finding a consensus on options has otherwise proved challenging, with Moyes valuing the height and pace of makeshift right-back Jake O’Brien.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 2 June 2026
The white birds, called Toki in Japan, are native to East Asia and admired for their orange-pink hues under their wings and bright red marks around their eyes.
—ABC News, 31 May 2026
Shots of the Backrooms, now imbued with Mary’s memories, are followed by the reveal that Mary herself has been replicated, as one of the distorted inhabitants that Clark once admired.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The company pitched the idea of Grant doing a project with J Vineyards Estate Director Nicole Hitchcock, whose work Grant admired.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
In addition to representing two out of three colors in the French flag with her wardrobe so far, Longoria has turned heads in a collection of elegant gowns made to be admired from every angle.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Adjective
A week has passed since the horrific death of Nancy Metayer Bowen, an admired leader in Broward County, the vice mayor of Coral Springs, and a rising young star in the Democratic Party.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Sarah is easily one of the most admired and talented magazine writers working today.
—The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026
From there, Bono‘s concerns in the lyrics go international, with songs in tribute to figures who were killed in Iran and Gaza, as well as songs inspired by admired figures in Israel and Ukraine.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
Among the world's most admired and influential filmmakers, Wiseman won an honorary Academy Award in 2016 and completed more than 35 documentaries, some several hours long.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
On Thursday, Nordic Knots, which also launched a textiles collection for the home in 2025, announced the addition of new minority investors to scale its global presence, supporting the brand’s mission of becoming the most admired and leading brand in the interior and home category.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
As two of the most famous pop songwriters in the world, Swift and McCartney have admired each another’s work from afar over the years.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2026
The mural stood for nearly three decades before workers began painting over it last month, causing an uproar among residents who admired the mural’s grand scale and message of ocean conservation.
—Russ Bynum, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Larry Larson’s colleagues admired him for his many gifts.
—Jim Farmer, AJC.com, 2 June 2026
Both are admired, but finding a consensus on options has otherwise proved challenging, with Moyes valuing the height and pace of makeshift right-back Jake O’Brien.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 2 June 2026
The white birds, called Toki in Japan, are native to East Asia and admired for their orange-pink hues under their wings and bright red marks around their eyes.
—ABC News, 31 May 2026
Shots of the Backrooms, now imbued with Mary’s memories, are followed by the reveal that Mary herself has been replicated, as one of the distorted inhabitants that Clark once admired.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The company pitched the idea of Grant doing a project with J Vineyards Estate Director Nicole Hitchcock, whose work Grant admired.
—Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
In addition to representing two out of three colors in the French flag with her wardrobe so far, Longoria has turned heads in a collection of elegant gowns made to be admired from every angle.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired
Adjective
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While modern-day hosts don’t explicitly expect guests to bring a gift, it's still largely considered a polite and appreciated gesture.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
1 June 2026
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The Red Sea is one of the planet’s most extraordinary—and extraordinarily under-appreciated— marine ecosystems.—
Lauren Keith,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
Verb
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They’re respected, respected by the people that have to respect them.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
7 June 2026
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The Raos were respected in Oak Grove and elsewhere.—
Thomas Lake,
AJC.com,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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On the bench is the revered Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 June 2026
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The Kumus of Kaua’i A kumu is a revered guide or teacher.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The lens widened further to embrace categories of practice not conventionally regarded as art, most prominently, craft; here, too, the art establishment focused on textiles and ceramics engaged with an existing modernism, as opposed to the 1970s focus on regional and communal networks.—
Katy Siegel,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The 2001-02 squad set a franchise record with 61 wins and advanced to the Western Conference Finals, where Sacramento pushed the Los Angeles Lakers to seven games in a series widely regarded as one of the most memorable in NBA playoff history.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Are there healthy ways to prepare ourselves and our loved ones for the inevitable?—
Chris Hewitt,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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Instead, Pagano and Dozier suggest having gentle, boundary-setting conversations that might encourage a loved one to address their hoarding habits.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Imagine that an esteemed journalist published a book profiling a real-life vampire, and then that vampire’s twisted soulmate—also a vampire—started a rock band.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
2 June 2026
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The latest in this esteemed Grumeti portfolio is Sabora Tented Camp, which opened in November 2020.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Monroe University said McCleod was a cherished member of its basketball team.—
Katie Houlis,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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The couples and connections that formed also became beloved by viewers, especially for the reunion of Serena Page and Kordell Beckham, who ultimately won that season.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Yes, the setting is shockingly similar to those in the beloved HBO comedy series, complete with a midcentury house and plenty of real-life influencers.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
29 May 2026
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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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