criticized

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When he played for Ajax, he was criticized for his “poor ball handling and unorthodox style” by legends such as Wesley Sneijder, who called him “the worst defensive player in the Dutch league.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Then she completed the wholesale shakeup that saw yet another TV vet, 60 Minutes executive producer Tanya Simon, replaced with Nick Bilton, a frequently criticized tech writer with zero experience in broadcast news.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

A number of other lawmakers also criticized the Vulcan deal following ProPublica’s investigation.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

In recent quarters, some banks have started to disclose how much they lend to non-bank financial institutions, or NBFIs, after they were criticized last fall for ties to the now-bankrupt non-bank auto lender Tricolor Holdings.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Folks had criticized Miss Love the week before for wearing black as if she was grieving for Granny.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns