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admiration

[ad-muh-rey-shuhn] / ˌæd məˈreɪ ʃən /


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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

Even as they profess admiration for one another’s work, Ruth, Jay and Leigh sink into a bog of miscommunication and antagonism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

My admiration for Chavez continued even as I learned about some of his faults.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

I take this opportunity to congratulate officers and men of our armed forces for their gallantry and bravery, which have earned for them the admiration of the whole world.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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