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criticize

[krit-uh-sahyz] / ˈkrɪt əˌsaɪz /




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Though he mainly went after Becerra, Steyer also made sure to criticize Hilton.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Woodson embraced the “conservative” label, but he was neither partisan nor especially ideological and didn’t hesitate to criticize Republican approaches to helping the black poor.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

That’s part of why some startups criticize SPVs.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Eduardo Sanchez lauds the company’s economic impact and is hesitant to criticize the smelter.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Walter and Kathy have never hesitated to criticize me, and I took their suggestions to heart, often incorporating their changes.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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