honorable
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The individuals who survive and flourish in such a system are sycophants and mediocrities, and those who have learned to navigate the Great Leader’s moods are far from the most qualified, talented or honorable.
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026
Ask a famous writer how they do what they do, and “Bird by Bird” will likely get honorable mention.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
“It’s time to bring the Model S and X programs to an end with an honorable discharge,” Musk said.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026
Jesse is part of a WSJ team that won a Sabew honorable mention for coverage of America’s rising grocery prices in 2024.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026
“Don’t neglect,” suggested Mr. Stonecrop, “to do what is good and honorable in the town’s eyes as well. I think; you may find, Reverend, that they are the very same thing.”
From "Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy" by Gary D. Schmidt
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