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Recent Examples of critically
Going into my 18th year of teaching, my biggest goal is re-creating that experience of thinking critically for oneself and studying literature through a critical lens.
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Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
That is because they are not forced to read or think critically on a daily basis and do not have the structured learning routine of a classroom.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
Although it was perhaps not recognized for its brilliance at the time of publication, Dolores is today the most studied and critically reviewed of Acosta’s works.
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Literary Hub,
1 July 2026
Even as today’s focus has expanded well beyond the basics of yesteryear, Alison Birdwell, president and CEO of Aramark Sports and Entertainment, tells me the experience and tradition remain critically important.
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Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The zoo called Nangka's birth a major achievement for the genetic diversity and conservation of the species, which is critically endangered.
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Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
The uncle, who was critically hurt, has been upgraded to stable condition, Stern said.
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John Annese,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2026
The investigating agency said Wiley’s friend was critically injured in the shooting.
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Bracey Harris,
NBC news,
28 June 2026
While more critically than commercially successful upon its release, the movie earned Brooks an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay and then later served as the basis for the hit Broadway musical (which itself was turned into another movie).
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Rance Collins,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 June 2026
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
That is because they are not forced to read or think critically on a daily basis and do not have the structured learning routine of a classroom.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
Although it was perhaps not recognized for its brilliance at the time of publication, Dolores is today the most studied and critically reviewed of Acosta’s works.
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Literary Hub,
1 July 2026
Even as today’s focus has expanded well beyond the basics of yesteryear, Alison Birdwell, president and CEO of Aramark Sports and Entertainment, tells me the experience and tradition remain critically important.
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Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The zoo called Nangka's birth a major achievement for the genetic diversity and conservation of the species, which is critically endangered.
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Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
The uncle, who was critically hurt, has been upgraded to stable condition, Stern said.
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John Annese,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2026
The investigating agency said Wiley’s friend was critically injured in the shooting.
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Bracey Harris,
NBC news,
28 June 2026
While more critically than commercially successful upon its release, the movie earned Brooks an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay and then later served as the basis for the hit Broadway musical (which itself was turned into another movie).
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Rance Collins,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for critically
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In a 2023 survey by World Athletics, a global sports federation, 75% of responding athletes said the impacts of climate change are negatively affecting their health and athletic performance.
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.
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But speaking more cynically, the pauses provide chances for broadcasters to sell more advertising spots during FIFA’s biggest World Cup ever.
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Islam’s schism isn’t the primary driver of the region’s conflicts, but it is deployed across the Middle East and beyond — cynically — in pursuit of state and political ambitions.
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According to a May poll from the Pew Research Center, 59% of Americans hold an unfavorable view of the party, about the same percentage that views the Republican Party unfavorably.
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Still, the Amish consistently compare their language unfavorably to standard German.
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The craze has even spawned knockoffs, disparagingly known as Lafufu.
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Trump wrote, referring disparagingly to its defense capabilities under Denmark.
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“Critically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/critically. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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