admiration

Example Sentences

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Some historians believe that the treason count was intentionally added by the prosecutors to tie the hands of Gov. Henry Wise, who had expressed some admiration for Brown’s courage and integrity.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

I wonder about the man who spoke to me on the phone, filled with admiration for my dad.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

They had been watching the story of the Iran women's team "with immense admiration", the club said.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Despite the tension, Sanchez said Friday he had "immense respect for the US presidency and great admiration for American society".

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

When Nathan saw it he was full of admiration, and made much of this one fruit—he who was used to harvesting a field at a time.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya