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
Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 22 Jan. 2026
While Wu was hoisting a chain saw that day in Nova Scotia—and covered extensively by an admiring media—Healey was delivering an unheralded and uncovered speech to an energy conference of the New England-Canadian Business Council in Boston.
—Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 24 Nov. 2025
John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
String lights, lanterns and solar path lights woven through foliage can completely change the mood after dark, highlighting leaf textures and turning ordinary containers into silhouettes worth admiring.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Other Democratic strategists who know Mehlhorn were less admiring.
—Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 22 Jan. 2026
While Wu was hoisting a chain saw that day in Nova Scotia—and covered extensively by an admiring media—Healey was delivering an unheralded and uncovered speech to an energy conference of the New England-Canadian Business Council in Boston.
—Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 24 Nov. 2025
Verb
Chonkers showed up in early March at San Francisco’s Pier 39, where floating docks of barking sea lions regularly draw admiring crowds.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
String lights, lanterns and solar path lights woven through foliage can completely change the mood after dark, highlighting leaf textures and turning ordinary containers into silhouettes worth admiring.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiring
Adjective
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If a member school’s athletic department desperately needs a line of credit, the university can arrange a more favorable one.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Surfers competed in the finals of their respective classes, again in less-than-favorable conditions.—
Tony Le Calvez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Verb
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New restaurants continue to open, experimenting with fusion menus and modern techniques while respecting the fundamentals.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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Sea glass becomes a symbol of curiosity, honesty, respecting other’s property, the beauty of teamwork, fond memories, and the sweet connection between mother and daughter.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Some are backing away from exclusionary discipline like suspensions and expulsions and have embraced schoolwide approaches that reward positive behavior and provide social skills practice through games and role-playing.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Still, analysts have been ratcheting higher expectations on certain names — suggesting positive momentum is on their side.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
Verb
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And yes, many object to what the church teaches regarding women’s health and place in a family.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Secretary of the Commission Commodity Futures Trading Commission, regarding prediction markets, such as Kalshi and Polymarket, and their impact on the NBA.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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While the new stadium deal has generated a lot of good press in the days since it was announced, both Swanston and Singh acknowledge that things are extremely early in the process.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Illinois Wesleyan recruit Conor McCabe went 2-for-4 and delivered a three-run double in the fifth inning to put the Knights (13-11, 6-5) ahead for good.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Remember that tipping is about appreciating excellent service.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 May 2026
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During the long trek back to Earth, Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen reminded viewers that appreciating and tending Earth doesn’t require the journey of a lifetime.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Despite those challenges, Thomas has remained deeply appreciative of the experience.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
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While reflecting on his experience in the popular horror franchise with his role in Bloodline, Scott was still appreciative of the opportunity early in his acting career.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
3 May 2026
Verb
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The president has surely been pleased that a friendly new Post opinion page has written columns so regularly praising his foreign policy acumen, and supporters of Ukraine may also be grateful.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
4 May 2026
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Franklin’s post, which included a time lapse of her artistic process, accrued hundreds of comments praising her work as well as the film’s decision to hire a human artist for the project.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
3 May 2026
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“Admiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiring. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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