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Adjective
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Before the film ends with onscreen graphics listing Melania’s achievements as first lady in such laudatory fashion that North Korea would blush, she’s shown posing for her official portrait.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Jan. 2026 -
As several polls and surveys of consumer confidence reveal, the public’s view of contemporary economic conditions contrasts sharply with Trump’s laudatory assessment, and some believe his strategy of denying affordability concerns could hurt the GOP's chances in next year’s elections.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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But all the myth and sorrow around the dynasty mean many takes tilt hagiographic.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
23 Mar. 2026
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The Gracious Visionary is a rather hagiographic film title for one’s life and work.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
22 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Many of the people responsible for making Hollywood look like Hollywood were gathered in one dark, flattering room on a Wednesday night in March, just days before the Oscars.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
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In particular, her expert ability to cut a trouser or blazer in the most flattering and forward-thinking way.—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Under this view, multimillionaires and billionaires could easily afford to relocate to more favorable tax jurisdictions, depriving governments of revenue.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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If winds increase in the afternoon, conditions could approach Red Flag criteria, meaning weather conditions are favorable for fires to start easily and spread fast.—
Robert A. Cronkleton
March 26,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Encomiastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encomiastic. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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