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
James Parker, The Atlantic, 14 Jan. 2025
McMahon, for example, can write an admiring tribute to President Jimmy Carter one month and speak at the George W. Bush Presidential Center the next.
—Belinda Luscombe, TIME, 17 Sep. 2024
Paulina Czupryna, Chicago Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025
The two took a few moments to pose on the red – well, beige – carpet together, sharing an embrace, clasping hands and admiring each other's outfits (Johnson was in Gucci).
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Do not so much as send a chastely admiring note—you’ll get wound up waiting for a response.
—James Parker, The Atlantic, 14 Jan. 2025
McMahon, for example, can write an admiring tribute to President Jimmy Carter one month and speak at the George W. Bush Presidential Center the next.
—Belinda Luscombe, TIME, 17 Sep. 2024
Verb
Megan Fenn pointed to the projects that clients have made in Clearbook‘s newest facility, admiring the work done by many of the first-time artists.
—Paulina Czupryna, Chicago Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025
The two took a few moments to pose on the red – well, beige – carpet together, sharing an embrace, clasping hands and admiring each other's outfits (Johnson was in Gucci).
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiring
Adjective
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In the east, crews continued to build line between Wiseman Springs and Rancheria Creek, engaging the fire directly along its active edge where favorable.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Environmental conditions are favorable for development of this system, currently labeled as Invest 91L, and a tropical depression is likely to form over the weekend or early next week as the system moves slowly westward across the central tropical Atlantic.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Where things can often go wrong is when leadership tries to push change without respecting the day-to-day demands of the business—or worse, expects the same teams to carry both loads simultaneously.—
Eugenia Mykuliak,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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But the bulk of Larios’ remarks were more serious, touching on subjects such as collaboration, respecting others, self-forgiveness and the importance of work-life balance.—
Todd Longwell,
Variety,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Chelsea have also provided necessary cover for Marc Cucurella by acquiring Jorrel Hato from Ajax, and believe attacking midfielder Facundo Buonanotte can make a positive contribution following his loan move from Brighton & Hove Albion.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Ava Cavallini, 12th grade, Stewart County High School Ava has served as a positive role model to all underclassmen through her time in Career and Technical Education at Stewart County High School.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Simply noticing and appreciating them can amplify their impact.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Bathth Hanging Bird Feeder and Bath With this bird feeder and bath set, you’re bound to spend a lot more time appreciating nature and less time scrolling on your phone.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
People.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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All of the cats who tested this litter adjusted to it quickly and easily — some even had a little play date in their box, kicking and scratching, which is a good sign!—
Kayla Blanton,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Leisure’s best new hotels of 2021, Wander the Resort offers 10 luxurious glass-and-timber cabins along the quiet northern shores of West Lake.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The school notified Phoenix police about concerns regarding Rebekah's welfare earlier this year after a school resource officer visiting her home saw the girl with a black eye and reached out to DCS, Holman said.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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In early July, Oak Creek City Administrator Andrew Vickers told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel the city’s timeline for Buc-ee’s hit a different speed bump regarding a traffic analysis.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Robbie tries to be appreciative of the young matriarch’s sacrifices.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
4 Sep. 2025
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Produced by Brad Pitt’s Plan B and Barry Jenkins’ Pastel, this is a small-scale picture that should find a commensurate but appreciative audience.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The update sparked further discussion in the thread, with many praising the shopper for doing the right thing.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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While praising Vandersloot’s abilities and leadership, Reese balked at the prospect of building the roster around a point guard attempting to return from an ACL tear at age 36.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Admiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiring. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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