admirable
Example Sentences
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In American history, character is frequently regarded as a personality trait, an admirable but secondary factor in achieving results.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026
Even if ambition results in a flop, it’s far more admirable to swing hard and strike out than it is to cower in the proverbial dugout.
From Salon • Jun. 27, 2026
Williams is an inspiration to millions across the world and her message of being able to "do anything at any age" is admirable.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
The intentions are noble and the themes are handled with admirable complexity, but the writing is sluggish.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026
“Such loyalty is admirable, of course,” said Scrimgeour, who seemed to be restraining his irritation with difficulty, “but Dumbledore is gone, Harry. He’s gone.”
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
Vocabulary lists containing admirable
Positive Words to Describe People, List 1
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"The Man in the Water" by Roger Rosenblatt
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