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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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For families This family-friendly resort offers a Kids For All Seasons program, family movie nights, kite-making activity, and more—plus complimentary kids’ menu meals for children ages five and under.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Customers can hang out and eat; Wilcox will serve complimentary coffee.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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With an attorney on the plaintiffs’ side of the lawsuit colluding with the city’s team, the city could settle the claims on favorable terms.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Warren and Garcia raised ethics questions about whether ballroom donors were promised favorable treatment by the administration in exchange for their contributions.—
Arden Farhi,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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For Schwartz, positive support from other businesses all over the country and across the political spectrum has kept him going through the criticism.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Based on positive response to this distribution strategy and assortment, the footprint has now grown to more than 1,000 locations, the company said.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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What historians and theologians know about Francis comes primarily from his own writings and hagiographic texts.—
Vanessa Corcoran,
The Conversation,
2 Feb. 2026
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Of course, a person making a hagiographic documentary about the production of the show for Netflix probably isn’t the world’s most neutral source.—
Sharon Adarlo,
Futurism,
14 Jan. 2026
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In her sleeveless silver jumpsuit, Duff – who is also a mom of four – was visibly appreciative of the crowd reception blasted her direction.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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Harden took the job, and Louie in the first season is a man worn down by his reliance on alcohol but also respectful and appreciative toward everyone in the hospital.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The cap-sleeve top and wide-leg pants combo is sleek, flattering, and ridiculously easy to style with your favorite sneakers.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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The label also addresses the low-grade frustrations of midsize shopping—even if many of us wear straight sizes, that doesn’t always guarantee a flattering look or comfortable fit.—
Petra Guglielmetti,
Glamour,
20 Feb. 2026
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With the city facing multiple lawsuits over the billing debacle, Clark helped oversee a friendly class-action lawsuit against the city, the judge found.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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The Zero Waste Textile Expo is a free, family-friendly event designed to highlight the environmental impact of consuming fast fashion and soft consumer goods while providing education about sustainable solutions and zero waste options anyone can participate in.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Laudative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laudative. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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