criticism
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Lockhart has rejected criticism after the pictures emerged on social media, saying she and 10 other politicians were there " to de-escalate" a "very volatile situation".
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
His statement on Monday included an implicit criticism of Tokyo, which Beijing has sought to pressure and isolate in response to what China sees as a return to Japanese “militarism.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
The mayor's flagship program -- a short-term shelter system using tiny homes and a network of hotels -- has drawn criticism.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
A DUP MP has rejected criticism of her after she was pictured at a protest standing near masked men.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
But even with success in sight, Lazear was extremely nervous about potential criticism.
From "An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793" by Jim Murphy
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Power Suffix: -ism
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