criticism
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As social media users raged over whether the look was too understated - and what it signalled about India's global image - she simply posted photos from the evening on Instagram without addressing the criticism.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
His comments came a day after Meloni said Trump's criticism of Leo, the first ever US pontiff, was unacceptable.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
Verdin recounts his interactions with O’Neill as very positive and is surprised by the criticism directed at him.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
The president’s criticism adds to tensions ahead of Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to the Vatican.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Apparently, he had not been an entirely dreadful parent, although if he had, his criticism might have been easier to dismiss.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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Power Suffix: -ism
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