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
Daria Bachmann, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
After a few beats of admiring the group and the video, the woman leaves.
—Oren Peleg, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 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
Heed the advice because this drive is about admiring the area and respecting the environment.
—Daria Bachmann, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
After a few beats of admiring the group and the video, the woman leaves.
—Oren Peleg, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admiring
Adjective
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In the Eastern Pacific, the opposite occurs, with favorable conditions supporting above-average hurricane season activity.—
Daniel Peck,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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Forecast confidence is increasing that some storms could become strong to severe on Sunday, especially along and north of I-20, where wind shear will be slightly more favorable for storm organization.—
Nelly Carreño,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
Verb
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The first part uses a model-predictive controller that calculates and plans complex flight paths, including flips and sharp turns, while respecting physical limits of force and torque.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Dec. 2025
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These include upholding fundamental and human rights, protecting minorities, preserving democracy, and respecting the rule of law.—
Alexander Stubb,
Foreign Affairs,
2 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Infants, usually get hep B if their mom is positive.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Dec. 2025
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Jonna hugs him and says she's already seen positive change.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Dec. 2025
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The Angels began the final week of testimony in the Tyler Skaggs wrongful death lawsuit by once again questioning the plaintiffs regarding Skaggs’ drug use.—
Sam Blum,
New York Times,
9 Dec. 2025
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On Monday, more big news surfaced regarding redshirt freshman quarterback Julian Sayin, who has delivered an outstanding season leading the Buckeyes’ offense.—
Cole Sullivan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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More than 30,000 of the hair tools have been bought in the past month, which has earned it best-seller status at Amazon.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
12 Dec. 2025
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Then, in Leverkusen, Newcastle had the two best chances, but neither Neave nor Joe Brayson could take them and they were punished.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
12 Dec. 2025
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Above and beyond, make this a period for living in the moment and appreciating the beauty that the universe is offering you.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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Defined‑benefit pensions gave way to 401(k)s; long‑term care remained largely uncovered; tax and housing policy rewarded holding onto appreciating property rather than making room.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
Adjective
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That honor seemed to leave the Blue Jays pitcher both appreciative and somewhat surprised.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The eight-level tower drew an appreciative applause from the pope after the smallest child reached the top, waved and then quickly shimmied down.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The plan was met with mixed reaction, with some praising Starmer for taking action and others questioning the effectiveness of a blanket ban.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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White House communications director Steven Cheung dodged a question about Hokit’s comments at the fight, pivoting to praising the fighter.—
Sydney Topf,
The Washington Examiner,
15 June 2026
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“Admiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admiring. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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