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Adjective
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Amazing Grace was praised by critics, with one particularly laudatory review from The New York Times‘ Wesley Morris.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
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While not all Rock’s laudatory letters came from people who wrote about their Christian faith, many did make specific reference to their religion.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Apr. 2026
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The complimentary hot breakfast and indoor pool and hot tub make the lodge perfect for families, and the property serves as a good home base for activities like fly-fishing on Whitefish Lake and backcountry adventures inside Glacier National Park.—
Dave Parfitt,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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Adult tickets for the Saturday Starlight Adventures excursions are $139 and include a complimentary charcuterie box and a glass of Champagne or sparkling cider.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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If a member school’s athletic department desperately needs a line of credit, the university can arrange a more favorable one.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Surfers competed in the finals of their respective classes, again in less-than-favorable conditions.—
Tony Le Calvez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Some are backing away from exclusionary discipline like suspensions and expulsions and have embraced schoolwide approaches that reward positive behavior and provide social skills practice through games and role-playing.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Still, analysts have been ratcheting higher expectations on certain names — suggesting positive momentum is on their side.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
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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
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Despite those challenges, Thomas has remained deeply appreciative of the experience.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
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While reflecting on his experience in the popular horror franchise with his role in Bloodline, Scott was still appreciative of the opportunity early in his acting career.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
3 May 2026
Adjective
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The walls are painted a powdery blush—Benjamin Moore’s Misty Blush—tempered by a slightly deeper pink molding that frames the room, warming the light and casting everything in a flattering glow.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
7 May 2026
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This midi-length dress features a flattering fit-and-flare silhouette that works well on an assortment of different body types.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
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The two clubs share many similarities beyond playing a friendly in 2014 and doing business in the form of Nicola Sansone’s transfer a decade ago.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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The conversation will revisit favorite character moments from the series and give fans an inside look at the process of filming the animal-friendly period piece.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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“Laudative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laudative. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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