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an essay evaluating or analyzing something
in a critique of the retrospective, the reviewer faulted it for not including more of the painter's mature works
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Recent Examples of critiques
Though many policies and critiques stem from concerns about liberal ideology, Appleby said administrations must have rigorous policies protecting free speech and academic freedom.
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Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
The critical perspective aligns with critiques from disability studies.
—Jennifer Singh, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2026
Some who had won their freedom, among them Frederick Douglass, wrote powerful autobiographies that were also devastating critiques of slavery.
—Laurent Dubois, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2026
Many Jewish organizations, though, have lobbied in favor of the definition, which states that some critiques of Israel as a Jewish state may cross a line into antisemitism, such as denying the Jewish people’s right to self-determination or claiming the existence of Israel is a racist endeavor.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 2 Jan. 2026
The British baker, who is the co-founder of the Green Rhino bakery in Mexico City, issued his blunt critiques about Mexican bread on the PopFoodie Radio podcast.
—Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Their critiques are unvarnished and often darkly funny.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
Attendees will have the chance to take selfies with popular figures and participate in discussions about political organizing, religion and conservative critiques of American culture.
—Jonathan J. Cooper, Fortune, 19 Dec. 2025
In fairness, those might be fair critiques for a handful, if not majority, of the semifinal games over the last three years.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 19 Dec. 2025
Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
The critical perspective aligns with critiques from disability studies.
—Jennifer Singh, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2026
Some who had won their freedom, among them Frederick Douglass, wrote powerful autobiographies that were also devastating critiques of slavery.
—Laurent Dubois, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2026
Many Jewish organizations, though, have lobbied in favor of the definition, which states that some critiques of Israel as a Jewish state may cross a line into antisemitism, such as denying the Jewish people’s right to self-determination or claiming the existence of Israel is a racist endeavor.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 2 Jan. 2026
The British baker, who is the co-founder of the Green Rhino bakery in Mexico City, issued his blunt critiques about Mexican bread on the PopFoodie Radio podcast.
—Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Their critiques are unvarnished and often darkly funny.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025
Attendees will have the chance to take selfies with popular figures and participate in discussions about political organizing, religion and conservative critiques of American culture.
—Jonathan J. Cooper, Fortune, 19 Dec. 2025
In fairness, those might be fair critiques for a handful, if not majority, of the semifinal games over the last three years.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for critiques
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These efforts build on the Legislature’s 2023 Live Local Act, which offered incentives for affordable housing development but has drawn criticisms of uneven implementation and limited impact.—
Lawrence Mower,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Leo, who has promised to keep Francis' signature policies such as welcoming gay Catholics and discussing women's ordination, echoed his predecessor's frequent criticisms of the global economic system during his remarks on Tuesday.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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Eddie Bauer Plaid Brushed Fleece Throw Blanket This reversible fleece throw blanket from Eddie Bauer is a favorite among Amazon shoppers and their pets, according to reviews.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Adidas Cloudfoam Pure Shoes With over 4,100 reviews, there’s no questioning that these sneakers are a popular choice.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Critiques.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/critiques. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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