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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 -
In the many laudatory stories that have been written about her during the past few disruptive months, Wiles is often depicted as the strongest of Trump’s five White House chiefs.—
Susan B. Glasser,
New Yorker,
18 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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The crewneck vest top is timeless and flattering, with front buttons that add an elegant touch.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
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Thankfully, Amazon is packed with stylish tops that are perfect for every spring occasion, including breezy blouses, airy knits suited for transitional weather, and soft, flattering tees that are easy to style and comfortable enough to wear all day.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Depending on their state, residents can avoid state-level taxes by creating trusts in states with favorable trust income laws like Delaware.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
16 Apr. 2026
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The Wolverines are trending toward a favorable top seed in the CIF Southern Section Division 1 playoffs, which will consist of a new 16-team format highlighted by pool play instead of a traditional single-game elimination.—
Tarek Fattal,
Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Encomiastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encomiastic. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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