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commendable

[kuh-men-duh-buhl] / kəˈmɛn də bəl /


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Her restraint is the commendable trait on which the women hang their devotion.

From Salon Aug. 8, 2026

"What the young people did was commendable," he told AFP.

From Barron's Jul. 25, 2026

The manner in which England's players have stepped up, appearing to thrive in chaotic game-states, is commendable, and shows not only a psychological strength but a level of individual footballing quality too.

From BBC Jul. 12, 2026

It is definitely commendable that the Dodgers “museum” commemorates Glenn Burke and Billy Bean.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 13, 2026

“That’s commendable, of course. Well, I won’t insist.”

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith




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