as in favorable
expressing approval
the smartly dressed couple drew admiring glances
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as in respecting
to think very highly or favorably of
I admire the way you handled such a touchy situation
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Recent Examples of admiring
Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Feb. 2025
Viewed with this admiring, ominous reserve, the wilds and waters of Sukkwan Island remain unknowable to the last.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 25 Jan. 2025
Megan Fitzgerald, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
While Kendall Jenner continues to serve looks at Milan Fashion Week, fans of the supermodel are also admiring her style online thanks to a new campaign that launched yesterday with adidas Originals.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
The back half of the album skews less admiring and more playful.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Feb. 2025
Viewed with this admiring, ominous reserve, the wilds and waters of Sukkwan Island remain unknowable to the last.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 25 Jan. 2025
Verb
As a young pianist growing up in Venezuela, Kristhyan Benítez attended Vanessa Perez’s concerts, admiring her from the audience long before the two would share a stage as collaborators.
—Megan Fitzgerald, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
While Kendall Jenner continues to serve looks at Milan Fashion Week, fans of the supermodel are also admiring her style online thanks to a new campaign that launched yesterday with adidas Originals.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiring
Adjective
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However, that divide has grown in recent decades, largely driven by Democrats souring on capitalism and becoming more favorable toward socialism.—
Justin Callais,
Twin Cities,
5 Mar. 2026
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The drone can remain overhead, confirm target identity, and strike only when conditions are favorable.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Asking for a recipe can be a lovely compliment, but respecting someone’s decision to keep it private is just as important.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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Her grandmother teaches her the importance and impact of respecting nature.—
Katie Grant,
Parents,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Heat again played Adebayo and Ware together and the results were again positive.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
6 Mar. 2026
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There is one bit of positive news — despite the high prices, most analysts don’t see any fuel shortages on the horizon.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The community has experienced decades of disinvestment and broken promises regarding urban renewal projects and safety improvements.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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Back in January, Brooklyn shared a lengthy statement regarding his relationship with his family.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Tallen said his firm has a history of turning around distressed properties in good locations.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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His communication on the defensive end of the floor has been really good, too.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Season 2 storylines celebrate curiosity, friendship, kindness, teamwork, and appreciating the unique gifts and talents that make each person special.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
5 Mar. 2026
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Nevertheless, the body of existing data — and there’s a lot of it — demonstrates that, much like a great value stock or an investment-grade bond, women in the workplace are a steadily-appreciating asset yielding high returns to companies, shareholders and the broader economy.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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If your child accomplished something great, here's how to offer praise while keeping them humble, modest, and appreciative.—
Wayne Parker,
Parents,
8 Mar. 2026
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The Rooftop Beverly Hills is a chic spot full of comfy couches in dark green where chef Peleg Miron’s team serve up lobster burgers, crispy tuna rice, and more to an appreciative crowd.—
Tim Chester,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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These tips can help parents find the right approach to praising a child's efforts and accomplishments.—
Wayne Parker,
Parents,
8 Mar. 2026
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Iranian state television, after airing his speech, immediately went back to praising the country’s ongoing attacks across the region.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Admiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiring. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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